Met Gala Announces Theme and Celebrity Chairs for Upcoming Event

"Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" Exhibit Launch

Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky, and LeBron James will serve as co-chairs for the Met Gala, helping to launch the exhibit "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" on May 5. The exhibit will examine Black style over the centuries.

Announcing the Exhibit

Pharrell Williams and Lewis Hamilton attended the announcement event on Wednesday morning, alongside museum officials. Vogue editor Anna Wintour, who oversees the gala, will serve as co-chair, and James will serve as honorary chair.

A Night of Glitz and Fundraising

The Met Gala is renowned for its red carpet spectacle, where A-list celebrities like Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian, Billy Porter, and Rihanna showcase their outfits tailored to the evening’s theme. The event is also a significant fundraiser, with last year’s gala raising over $26 million, a record-breaking sum.

Dress Code to be Announced

The dress code for the event is usually tied to the exhibit’s theme, with a new code to be announced in early 2025.

About the Met Gala

• The Met Gala is one of the biggest pop culture spectacles of the year, featuring high-profile celebrities and stunning fashion.
• The event is a major fundraiser, with last year’s gala raising over $26 million.
• The dress code is usually tailored to the exhibit’s theme.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the theme of the upcoming Met Gala?
  A: "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style"
• Q: Who are the co-chairs of the Met Gala?
  A: Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky, and LeBron James
• Q: When is the Met Gala taking place?
  A: May 5

Additional Sources
Additional sources: AP