Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet's absence from the 2026 Met Gala in New York City has sparked discussions about the so-called 'Met Gala curse.' This superstition claims that celebrity couples often break up after attending the prestigious event together. An insider revealed that the couple has been avoiding the gala in recent years due to their superstitious beliefs, particularly after Jenner's experiences attending with rapper Travis Scott in 2018 and 2019, before their eventual split. The curse has been noted by fans, as several high-profile couples, including Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson, and Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello, have ended their relationships shortly after making joint appearances at the Met Gala. However, not all couples are affected; some, like Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, have attended the event together and remain happily married. The Met Gala continues to be a focal point of celebrity culture, with its red carpet serving as both a platform for fashion and a backdrop for romantic speculation.