Beyoncé to Lead 2026 Met Gala; Carpenter and LISA to Assist
Beyoncé has been named co-chair for the highly anticipated 2026 Met Gala, which promises to be a night of exceptional fashion. Alongside her will be Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman and tennis icon Venus Williams.
Event Details
The announcement was made on December 10, highlighting the creative talents leading this prestigious event. Vogue shared the news via a visually captivating Instagram video featuring the names of the co-chairs, set to Claude Debussy’s “Claire de Lune.” The video also unveiled the theme for next year’s gala: “Costume Art.”
The Theme: Costume Art
The 2026 Met Gala will coincide with the spring exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Curated by Andrew Bolton, this exhibition will explore the connection between clothing and the body. It will delve into various thematic body types, such as the Naked Body, Pregnant Body, and Aging Body.
Host Committee
In addition to the co-chairs, Vogue announced that Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz will lead the 2026 Met Gala Host Committee. Notable committee members include:
- Sabrina Carpenter
- LISA (of BLACKPINK)
- Doja Cat
- Gwendoline Christie
- Alex Consani
- Misty Copeland
- Elizabeth Debicki
- Lena Dunham
- Paloma Elsesser
- Chloe Malle
- Sam Smith
- Teyana Taylor
- Lauren Wasser
- Anna Weyant
- A’ja Wilson
- Yseult
Beyoncé’s Met Gala History
This marks Beyoncé’s return to the Met Gala since 2016. During her last appearance, she wore a stunning peach Givenchy Haute Couture gown that perfectly aligned with the theme “Manus x Machina.” Over the years, her fashion choices have garnered significant attention, including:
- 2015: Colorfully bedazzled sheer dress for “China: Through The Looking Glass.”
- 2014: Elegant black design for “Charles James: Beyond Fashion.”
- 2013: Intricate black-and-gold gown for “Punk: Chaos to Couture.”
The upcoming gala is set to bring together major talents from entertainment, sports, and fashion. Fans eagerly await how Beyoncé will interpret this year’s luxurious theme.
