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Beyoncé, Kidman, Williams to Co-Chair 2026 Met Gala

12/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The 2026 Met Gala will be co-chaired by Beyoncé (the singer), Nicole Kidman (the actress), Venus Williams (the tennis player), and Anna Wintour (the Vogue editor).
The gala on May 4, 2026 will support the Costume Institute's exhibition Costume Art, running May 10, 2026 to January 10, 2027.
It will feature the Naked Body and the Aging Body, and the Host Committee will be co-chaired by Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz.

History

Historical Context

The Met Gala, established in 1948 by Eleanor Lambert, began as a fundraiser for the Costume Institute. In 1973, under Diana Vreeland's influence, it evolved into a star-studded event, raising $50,000. Today, it remains a cultural touchstone, with the 2026 gala exploring themes of the Naked Body and Aging Body, reflecting changing societal views on beauty and identity.

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Story summary

The 2026 Met Gala will be co-chaired by Beyoncé (the singer), Nicole Kidman (the actress), Venus Williams (the tennis player), and Anna Wintour (the Vogue editor).
The gala on May 4, 2026 will support the Costume Institute's exhibition Costume Art, running May 10, 2026 to January 10, 2027.
It will feature the Naked Body and the Aging Body, and the Host Committee will be co-chaired by Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz.

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