As the fashion world’s biggest night approaches, anticipation for the Met Gala is at an all-time high. But behind the glitz and glam, the event has also seen its fair share of drama. From celebrity clashes to cultural controversies, here’s a look back at the moments that truly shook the Met steps.

Demi Lovato’s “Fake” Met Experience

Back in 2016, Demi Lovato shocked fans when she left the Met Gala early—and later spilled all the tea in a candid 2018 interview.

“It was very cliquey… I wanted to drink,” she confessed, adding that a certain celebrity made the night terrible.
Lovato ended up at an AA meeting that same night and later slammed the event as “fake,” saying she felt more connected to people at the meeting than the “fashion-obsessed” crowd at the Gala.

SJP’s Headpiece Sparks Outrage

Sarah Jessica Parker turned heads at the 2015 Gala themed China: Through the Looking Glass, but not for the right reasons.
Her fiery headpiece was called out for cultural appropriation, with critics accusing her of perpetuating outdated stereotypes of Asian women—particularly the “Dragon Lady” trope.

The Beyoncé-Elevator Showdown

Who could forget the elevator brawl that shocked the world in 2014? Security footage showed Solange Knowles attacking Jay-Z as Beyoncé stood nearby.
The family later released a statement saying they had moved forward “as a united family,” but the clip became one of the most viral celebrity moments of the decade.

Kim K and the Marilyn Monroe Dress Debacle

In 2022, Kim Kardashian wore the iconic dress Marilyn Monroe donned to sing Happy Birthday, Mr. President—but the internet wasn’t thrilled.
Critics slammed her for allegedly damaging the historic gown and promoting extreme dieting, after she revealed she lost 16 pounds in 3 weeks to fit into it.
Fashion historians and body positivity advocates were not impressed.

Prankster in a Mankini Crashes the Party

Controversial prankster Vitalii Sediuk caused chaos at the 2014 Gala when he attempted to crash the event wearing a pink Borat-style mankini.
Security tackled him before he could hit the red carpet, but the stunt went viral—and earned him a place in Met Gala infamy.

Selena and The Weeknd’s PDA Sparks Drama

When Selena Gomez and The Weeknd made their red carpet debut in 2017, all eyes were on them—but not for long.
The singer faced backlash for attending with Gomez, while his ex, Bella Hadid, was also in attendance.
Months later, he and Hadid rekindled their romance, leaving fans buzzing with theories.

AOC’s “Tax the Rich” Dress Divides the Internet

Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez turned heads in 2021 with a bold message—literally. Her white gown had “Tax the Rich” scrawled across it in red.
While some praised the statement, critics labeled it hypocritical, pointing out the irony of wearing such a message to an event with $30,000 tickets.
AOC defended the move, saying:

“The medium is the message.”

Glamour, Gossip, and Gasps—It’s the Met Gala

From explosive feuds to fashion faux pas, the Met Gala is more than just a runway—it’s a stage for controversy. With this year’s event on the horizon, one can only wonder: what shocking moment is coming next?

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