Celebrities skip White House UFC event

A big UFC fight night is coming to Washington D. C. soon, but not everyone invited seems excited to go. The event mixes sports, history, and politics, turning the White House lawn into a temporary fight zone. With 5, 000 paid seats and 85, 000 free screens nearby, this show is meant to be huge. The fights include two title matches: one for lightweight and another for heavyweight, where Brazilian Alex Pereira could make history by winning a third belt in different weight classes.The host invited many famous faces to sit with him during the event. Some big names said no without hesitation. The Rock, Adam Sandler, and Jared Leto all turned down invitations. Leto’s past support for a different president might explain his choice. Even TV host Mario Lopez, who often calls himself a conservative, skipped the invite. Others like Jason Statham and Tom Brady haven’t confirmed if they’re coming, leaving fans guessing. This event mixes celebration with politics. It marks Flag Day and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, while also falling near a president’s birthday. The UFC sees this as a major moment, but the guest list tells a different story. While fighters step into the Octagon, celebrities step away from the cameras.