Is love destined to be at the Metropolitan Gala? These 12 high-profile couples split after stealing the spotlight of the biggest night of fashion
Coincidence or curse, why are the stars splitting at the Metropolitan Gala?
From the relationship between whirlwinds to long-term love, these breakups have fans speculating whether there is a curse of the metropolis.
While this may be just a timeline, the trend of post-Gala post-breakup has left people wondering if there is a “metropolitan curse” that plagues fashion's biggest night.
The most famous people and stylish couples attended the event, and although some couples used it as a way to start dating, not all the couples dressed in the end together. It is not clear whether these celebrities split is a bad opportunity, fate or the result of a curse.
According to reports, the 12 high-profile couples split after stealing the spotlight of the fashion biggest night.
Kirsten Dunst and Jake Gyllenhaal
Kirsten Dunst and Jake Gyllenhaal broke up in 2004 after meeting in the 2003 Mets. His sister Maggie introduces Dunst with Gyllenhaal costardardart in Mona Lisa's smile.
Sarah Silverman and Michael Sheen
Sarah Silverman and Michael Sheen began dating in February 2014, and in May, their official debut at Met Gala. They had been dating for nearly four years before they purposefully broke up during Christmas 2017. Silverman explained that despite no conflict, things became difficult because they lived in different countries.
Phoebe hybrid and Paul Mescal
Briggs became X's friends in 2020 after commenting on Paul Mescal's performance in Hulu drama Ordinary Man. They officially announced their romance on Instagram in 2021. Although Bridgers was a guest at designer Jonathan Simkhai, he accompanied Mescal as his date was 20222 milliseconds. Sza's song “Ghost in Machine” contributed a verse to the poem in December 2022, suggesting another important one. It's obvious that Mescal and Bridge are no longer together, even if neither of them confirmed the breakup.
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth were dressed in a game against the 2019 Mets after they got married in December 2018. Hemsworth matches Cyrus' all-black outfit, while Cyrus wears a custom Yves Saint Laurent dress with black and green sequin stripes. Less than a year after the wedding, the couple decided to quit to focus on their career and personal life.
Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson
Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson were initially linked after holding hands at Knott’s Horror Farm in 2021. When they debuted on the red carpet of the Metropolitan Gala in April 2022, they made a sensation in their famous Marilyn Monroe dress. Instead, Davidson assisted Kardashian in a very delicate dress and navigating the event. People announced their separation in August 2022, noting that their busy schedule was the reason.
Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik
From 2015 to 2021, Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik were together and they had a daughter, Khai. They officially split up their way in 2021 after Malik was accused of assaulting Gigi's mother, Yolanda Hadid. Their first appearance on the red carpet was in the 2016 Metropolitan Met Gala, where they wore complementary ensembles.
Robert Pattinson and FKA Branches
At the 2015 Mets, Robert Pattinson and FKA Branch began dating in 2014 and got engaged in 2015, making their debut on the red carpet. They broke up in October 2017 after two years of dating. According to sources, FKA Twigs is working on her new album and Pattinson is in a press conference. It's been two months since they last met each other.
Travis Scott and Kylie Jenner
Travis Scott and Kylie Jenner date from 2017 to 2023; Jenner announced their breakup in 2019 after appearing at Met Gala in 2018. Co-parent their daughter Stormi and welcome your second child, Aire, on a date together in 2022. But, according to sources, they broke up again in 2023.
Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse
In 2018, former Riverdale co-stars Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse confirmed their relationship by participating in Met Gala. After meeting, they dated intermittently for nearly three years in real life while portraying the lovers of the CW series. Sprous said in 2022 that the couple's romance was “real”. The couple broke up in 2020.
Elon Musk and Grimes
In the 2018 Mets League, Elon Musk and Canadian singer-songwriter Grimes were first and foremost connected. After the split in 2021, Grimes announced their reunion in 2022, saying their relationship was “very smooth”.
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez
The 2017 Metropolis Festival is one of the historical red carpet fashion events of Jennifer Lopez and former couple Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez. In 2017, Lopez's 16-carat engagement ring and mint dress were the topic of the town. The couple announced their separation in 2021 after a cordial conversation about their future in the Dominican Republic. After spending time together in the Dominican Republic last week, Lopez and Rodriguez decided to split up friendly ways.
Selena Gomez and Weeknd
After a year with Bella in the 2017 Met Gala, Selena Gomez and Weeknd have made their relationship public. But sources confirmed they quit after just five months.
FAQ
What is the curse of the Metropolitan Gala?
It is believed that shortly after, the couple attending the Metropolitan Gala was often split.
Which celebrity couple split after attending the Metropolitan Gala?
Many couples broke up after the party, including Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth, and J. Lo and A-Rod.
