Ben Stiller divides internet with Met Gala appearance over Knicks Game 1
Ben Stiller attended the 2026 Met Gala wearing New York Knicks colors instead of watching the team's playoff Game 1 against the Philadelphia 76ers. He predicted the Knicks would win the series in six games, which they followed up with a dominant 137-98 victory. His choice sparked debate online about fan loyalty, with some criticizing him while others defended his right to balance personal and fandom commitments.
- ▪Ben Stiller attended the 2026 Met Gala with his wife Christine Taylor on May 4, 2026.
- ▪He wore Knicks colors and predicted a Knicks series victory in six games.
- ▪The Knicks defeated the 76ers 137-98 in Game 1 despite Stiller not attending the game.
- ▪Stiller responded to online criticism by asserting his long-standing Knicks fandom dating back to 1973.
- ▪Spike Lee faced similar scrutiny last year for attending the Met Gala over a Knicks playoff game.
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OutKick Ben Stiller divides internet with Met Gala appearance over Knicks Game 1 The actor wore Knicks colors and told media his prediction as the team went on to demolish the 76ers 137-98 By Ryan Gaydos OutKick Published May 5, 2026 6:10am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top sports headlines for May 5 Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. Actor Ben Stiller decided to skip the New York Knicks' first game of their playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday for an appearance at the Met Gala with his wife Christine Taylor.
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