The Met Gala, fashion’s most glamorous night, returns in 2025 with all its sparkle. Each year, the event raises funds for the Costume Institute at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. It always draws global attention for its eye-catching red carpet moments. Fashion icons, celebrities, athletes, and artists gather under one roof. Whether you're a longtime fan or just love celebrity fashion, this year promises to be unforgettable.
When Will the Met Gala 2025 Happen?
The Met Gala sticks to tradition. It always takes place on the first Monday of May. This year, the event falls on May 5, 2025. Viewers in India can stream it on May 6 (Tuesday).
You can watch the event live on Vogue’s website and social media platforms. So, fans around the world can enjoy the show in real time.
Theme of 2025: Superfine – Tailoring Black Style
This year’s theme is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” Monica L. Miller’s book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity inspired the concept.
Andrew Bolton, chief curator of the Costume Institute, leads the exhibit. It will highlight how tailoring and fashion shaped Black identity across time.
Interestingly, menswear takes center stage, a first since the 2003 theme “Men in Skirts.”
Who Are the Co-Chairs and Hosts?
Several big names will co-host the event. The co-chairs include:
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Colman Domingo
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Lewis Hamilton
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A$AP Rocky
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Pharrell Williams
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Anna Wintour
Adding extra star power, LeBron James joins as the honorary co-chair.
Host Committee Returns
For the first time since 2019, Vogue brings back the host committee. The list includes powerful names from different industries. These stars are expected to walk the red carpet:
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Simone Biles, Angel Reese, Sha’Carri Richardson
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Ayo Edebiri, Audra McDonald, Jeremy Pope
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Doechii, Usher, Tyla, Janelle Monáe, André 3000
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Grace Wales Bonner, Edward Enninful, Olivier Rousteing
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Dapper Dan, Spike Lee, Tonya Lewis Lee
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Regina King, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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Jordan Casteel, Rashid Johnson, Kara Walker
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Jeremy O. Harris, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
Celebrities Rumored to Attend
The official guest list always remains a surprise. However, several big names are rumored to attend.
Possible appearances include:
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Nicole Kidman, Zoë Saldaña, Malcolm Washington
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Damson Idris, Monica Barbaro
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Ugbad Abdi, Jodie Turner-Smith, Janicza Bravo
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Sabrina Carpenter, Zendaya, Hunter Schafer
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Suki Waterhouse, Henry Golding, Jaden Smith, Joe Burrow
Bollywood at Met Gala 2025
There’s exciting news for Indian fans. Shah Rukh Khan may attend the Met Gala for the first time. He is expected to wear a creation by designer Sabyasachi. Also, Kiara Advani, who is reportedly expecting, may appear. Popular singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh is also rumored to join the celebration.