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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Entertainment
Michael Toledo

Met Gala 2026: Stars Who Skipped the Event as Jeff Bezos Involvement Fuels Online Boycott Rumours

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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, as lead sponsors and co-chairs of the Met Gala 2026, faced online backlash over billionaire influence in cultural events. (Credit: AFP News)

The Met Gala 2026 has become the subject of widespread online debate after viral social media posts claimed that several major celebrities skipped the high-profile fashion event due to Jeff Bezos' reported involvement. The speculation, largely circulating on TikTok, has fuelled discussions about celebrity attendance, billionaire influence, and whether an informal boycott is taking place.

Jeff Bezos Involvement and Online Backlash

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