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Kylie Jenner turned heads in an all-black look while attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final with boyfriend Timothée Chalamet on July 19, but her appearance also sparked debate online after fans noted it came just days after the death of her grandmother, Mary Jo “MJ” Campbell, who passed away on July 16 at age 91.
For the star-studded event, the mom of two opted for a sleek monochromatic outfit, pairing black capri leggings with a plunging long-sleeved bodysuit. She completed the look with a black leather handbag, heeled flip-flops, and oversized sunglasses.
The Marty Supreme actor coordinated in a royal blue long-sleeved shirt trimmed with white and burgundy piping.
Kylie Jenner Slammed For Attending Sporting Event Days After Her Grandma's Death
The championship match attracted a long list of celebrities, including Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Tom Cruise, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, Matt Damon, and more. The halftime show featured performances by Justin Bieber, Shakira, BTS, and other major artists.
While many focused on the glamorous event, some social media users questioned why Jenner attended just three days after her grandmother's passing.
On Reddit, several commenters criticized the timing of her appearance.
"They're so desperate for any sort of exposure, that they couldn't miss the World Cup. Even when their grandma has passed. You'd think they'd take some time away from the limelight to grieve. But nope, 'photo op, anyone who's anyone will be there and so should we.' Pathetic," one user wrote.
Another commented, "I genuinely don't think any of them except for Kris care about her death."
Others referenced Jenner's composed appearance, with one sarcastically writing, "She looks absolutely shattered." Another joked, "I mean, she's wearing ALL BLACK, so that must count for something," prompting another user to reply, "Guarantee that was her logic."
Although Jenner didn't publicly address the criticism, she did honor her grandmother on social media before attending the match.
Kylie Posts Tribute To MJ On Instagram
The Kylie Cosmetics founder shared a series of nostalgic photos to her Instagram Stories, including sweet childhood snapshots of herself and sister Kendall Jenner with MJ from the early 2000s.
While Kylie has not posted a permanent tribute on her Instagram grid or spoken publicly beyond the Stories, many fans viewed the posts as her personal way of remembering her grandmother.
Kris Jenner also paid an emotional tribute to her mother on Instagram, sharing a heartfelt message alongside family photos.
"My mom was the heart of our family," Kris wrote. "She taught me everything that truly matters… to love your family fiercely, to be kind, to show up for the people you love, and to never take a single moment together for granted. She taught us that family is everything. She showed us how to love unconditionally and how to find joy in the little moments. She showed me how to face life's challenges with resilience and faith."
