Were it not for sentient beings such as but not limited to humans would the Universe

If no humans existed and no other extra planetary intelligent species existed would the universe have a reason to exist? I realize it doesn't need a reason to be here but what purpose if any would it have if there were not sentient beings to contemplate said Universe?

IN a sense the Universe would not exist if there was nothing that could ponder its mysteries.

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