The Met Gala’s Most Infamous Bans: Celebrities Who Couldn’t Make the Cut
It seems the Met Gala is less of a fashion event and more of a celebrity Hunger Games—except instead of fighting to the death, they’re just fighting to stay off the ban list. In a world where the only thing more extravagant than the outfits is the drama, several celebrities have found themselves unceremoniously booted from this annual soiree of haute couture and haute controversy. Rihanna and Kanye West, two titans of the entertainment industry, have both faced the wrath of the fashion gods, with reports suggesting they were either banned or fired from past events for various reasons, including “not fitting the theme” and “being too fabulous for their own good.”
Katy Perry, who’s made a name for herself with unforgettable red carpet moments, was reportedly told to take a hike after her 2019 “candle” look was deemed more of a fire hazard than a fashion statement. I guess there’s only room for one hot mess on that carpet, and it isn’t the one that can catch fire. Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj, who has never shied away from controversy, found herself on the outside looking in after a tweet about the Gala’s strict vaccine requirements. Let’s just say when it comes to the Met, not all opinions are welcome—especially if they threaten to bring the drama outside the red carpet.
Even the likes of Zendaya haven’t been immune to the Met Gala’s fickle nature. Reports have swirled that she was banned for a time after her stunning Cinderella moment in 2019, possibly because she made the rest of the attendees look like they got dressed in the dark. When you shine that bright, the fashion police are bound to come knocking.
And let’s not forget about Cardi B, who, despite slaying the red carpet in 2018, faced backlash for her supposed “diva behavior.” Who knew that showing up looking like a goddess could lead to the fashion equivalent of a pink slip? Talk about being punished for your talents!
As we peer into this chaotic world of high fashion and higher egos, one must wonder: what will happen next? Will the Met Gala’s management finally start issuing “one strike and you’re out” policies, or will they simply keep the drama coming? Let’s face it; at this point, the bans are practically a rite of passage. Whatever the outcome, one thing is for sure: the Met Gala will continue to serve up the entertainment we didn’t know we needed.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and BuzzFeed, People Magazine, E! News
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