The Met Gala 2025 was recently held, gathering a large number of celebrities at one of the most important fashion events. Among the highlighted figures were singer Rihanna, who announced her third pregnancy, actress Zendaya, reggaeton singer Bad Bunny, and Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton. Each of them opted for stunning looks inspired by the theme of the gala, which this year was 'Superfine: Black-Tie Tailoring'.
How much did the artists pay to attend the Met Gala 2025? While some receive invitations from influential Vogue editor Anna Wintour, others have to pay for their access. According to what was shared by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York in an interview with CBS News' MoneyWatch, the ticket cost this year was $75,000 per person. This amount is significantly higher than in previous years, such as in 2018 when tickets were priced at $30,000 per person.
In addition to the option to purchase, some haute couture brands opt to rent tables at the gala and select stars to represent their image. The price to rent a table this year was $350,000. The approval of the guests, including those who do not pay for their access, falls to Anna Wintour, who has the final word on who can attend the event.
The money raised at the Met Gala 2025 is designated to support the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in its activities. Since its inception in 1948, the event has been dedicated to raising funds for this department, which relies on self-funding. The gala serves as the main source of funding for exhibitions, acquisitions, and improvements for the Costume Institute, and also funds an exhibition that remains open after the gala until September.
