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Alex Cohen Steps Away from Social Media

Published 7 January 2026

Alex Cohen, the wife of New York Mets owner Steve Cohen, announced her decision to step away from social media on Tuesday, focusing instead on personal milestones and reducing her online presence. In an open letter posted to her Instagram account, tiaalexnymets, Cohen, known affectionately to fans as Tia Alex, shared that the move would allow her to spend more time being present in her life, including becoming a grandmother for the first time and attending her son's wedding this year.

"Tia out," Cohen began her post, which marked her final update before deactivating the account. "I have truly enjoyed the last few years sharing moments with fans that they might not otherwise have access to. My only resolution for this year is to spend less time on my phone and social media and more time being present in my own life." She expressed gratitude for the connections formed online, noting, "I have made lifelong friends through Instagram and enjoyed the sneak peek into your lives, and for that I am eternally grateful."

Cohen emphasized that her priorities remain unchanged. "The Mets will always remain a priority, and so will the fans," she wrote. "Please don't hesitate to say hello if...

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