And, as usual, they were right.
I mean, it makes sense!
According to a TMZ report, both parties received a personal invitation to the event.
Axelle/Bauer-Griffin
But while Alwyn reportedly preferred to keep their relationship out of the spotlight, thats…not a problemKelcehas.
Dude loves a photo op and has already made an appearance on Swifts social media.
Swifts declined invite may have also been a means of avoiding the drama.

Taylor Swift in Oscar de la Renta at the 2014 Met Gala
In the eight years since Swift last showed up, theKardashianshave all but taken over the steps.
Having herfriends modeling for Skimsis one thing, but actually running intonemesis Kimis another.
And you know what, Swift probably also wanted to avoidformer bestie Karlie Klosstoo.

Taylor Swift in Louis Vuitton at the 2016 Met Gala
So, there you have it.
A Taylor Swift Met Gala in 2024 was simply not in the cards.
But theres always next year…

MEGA