“From Couture To Collapse: The Celebrity Couples Haunted By The Met Gala Curse”

May 04, 2025: Every year, the Met Gala dazzles with high fashion, iconic themes, and star-studded appearances—but behind the glamour lies an unsettling trend: the Met Gala Curse.

From Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston to Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik, many celebrity couples who attended the event together have parted ways shortly after. Is it coincidence, pressure, or something more mysterious? We explore the surprising number of breakups linked to fashion’s most prestigious night—and ask if the red carpet might also be a red flag.

What is the Met Gala Curse?
The Met Gala Curse is a popular fan theory that suggests couples who attend the Met Gala together—or make their red carpet debut there—are doomed to break up shortly afterward. Though it’s not based on scientific evidence, this pattern has become a pop culture talking point due to the surprisingly high number of high-profile celebrity breakups that have followed appearances at fashion’s most exclusive night.

Origins and Patterns

The theory gained traction after fans noticed that several couples who either debuted or appeared at the Met Gala together ended their relationships not long after the event. It’s been observed often enough to spark speculation about whether the high-pressure, hyper-spotlighted nature of the Gala contributes to these splits, or if it’s simply coincidence amplified by media attention.

Notable Breakups Blamed on the Met Gala Curse:

• Christina Ricci & Chris Evans (2007)
• FKA Twigs & Robert Pattinson (2015)
• Sarah Silverman & Michael Sheen (2015)
• Gigi Hadid & Zayn Malik (2016)
• Taylor Swift & Tom Hiddleston (met in 2016, short-lived romance)
• Anne Wojcicki & Alex Rodriguez (2016)
• Selena Gomez & The Weeknd (2017)
• Jennifer Lopez & Alex Rodriguez (2017)
• Kylie Jenner & Travis Scott (2018)
• Hailey Bieber & Shawn Mendes (2018)
• Lili Reinhart & Cole Sprouse (2018)
• Grimes & Elon Musk (2018)
• Miley Cyrus & Liam Hemsworth (2019)
• Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello (2021)
• Phoebe Bridgers & Paul Mescal (2022)
• Kim Kardashian & Pete Davidson (2022)

Why Do People Believe in the Met Gala Curse?

• High-pressure environment: The spotlight and scrutiny may highlight cracks in a relationship.
• Public declarations: A red carpet debut sets expectations, and the fallout from unmet public narratives can be intense.
• Timing coincidence: The Met Gala occurs in May, and many celebrity breakups (for PR, personal, or professional reasons) often surface around summer.

Is It Real?

While it’s more of a media myth than a proven phenomenon, the Met Gala Curse reflects the volatility of public relationships—especially under the microscope of fame, fashion, and fan speculation.