A leaked internal database from Madison Square Garden Entertainment has reportedly exposed detailed profiles of hundreds of high-profile visitors, categorizing celebrities by perceived risk levels and recording personal information including sexual orientation and gender identity. According to a report by WIRED, the database includes musicians, actors, athletes, and politicians who attended events at MSG venues.
Database Contents and LGBTQIA Tags
The database assigned internal risk ratings based on individuals' perceived relationship with the company, led by executive chairman James Dolan. Around 93 celebrities were labeled with an "LGBTQIA" tag, including singer Phoebe Bridgers, musician Ricky Martin, and actor Emily Green. The purpose of recording these identity-based classifications was not disclosed in the leaked files.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Wedding Attendees
The database also included guests who attended the high-profile Madison Square Garden wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Several attendees from the private event were reportedly listed, suggesting the company's internal records extended to exclusive functions hosted at the venue.
Tiered Risk Assessment System
The leaked files outlined a tiered risk assessment system: High Risk, Medium Risk, Low Risk, or Banned from MSG. Factors included previous disputes with the company, public criticism, or incidents at its venues. High Risk individuals included rappers Lil Jon, Freddie Gibbs, DaBaby, and A Boogie Wit da Hoodie. Medium Risk included Morgan Wallen, Lily Allen, David Harbour, Jadakiss, and Fat Joe. Low Risk included Ben Stiller, Tracy Morgan, Edie Falco, Selena Gomez, Ice Spice, Benson Boone, Michael Strahan, and Mariska Hargitay. Rapper Lil Tjay was listed as banned following an incident at the Hulu Theater.
Beyond Celebrities
The database also included information on elected officials, political candidates backed by the Madison Square Garden Political Action Committee, and individuals who supported the company's land permit renewal efforts. These revelations add to previous scrutiny surrounding MSG's use of facial recognition technology and broader security practices.
