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Stars Criticize Met Gala Sponsor Jeff Bezos
5 May
Summary
- Meredith Lynch criticized Met Gala attendees for attending a Bezos-sponsored event.
- Taraji P. Henson expressed confusion and shared criticism of Bezos's business practices.
- The Met Gala theme for 2026 was 'Fashion is Art'.
Meredith Lynch and Taraji P. Henson have publicly denounced the Met Gala's association with Jeff Bezos, citing his past political support and business practices. Lynch specifically pointed to Bezos's backing of Donald Trump, linking it to reduced arts funding, while questioning attendees' choices. Henson echoed these sentiments, sharing critical posts about Amazon warehouse conditions and Bezos's substantial wealth.
Despite this controversy, the gala proceeded with many high-profile attendees, including Bad Bunny, Anne Hathaway, Rihanna, and Beyoncé. The 2026 Met Gala theme was announced as 'Fashion is Art,' aligning with the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Art exhibition. This event, while celebrated for its support of a good cause, faced significant scrutiny over its headline sponsor.
