Beyoncé to Co-Chair
Beyoncé will co-chair the 2026 Met Gala — a major fashion moment that’s already sparking speculation about her gown, possible live elements, and creative direction. Fans and editors are already revisiting iconic Met looks for inspiration as the fashion world reacts to the announcement. ( )
Vogue first revealed the co-chair lineup — Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams joining Anna Wintour — in a December 10, 2025 announcement. (usatoday.com) The Metropolitan Museum issued a press release on February 23, 2026 confirming the Met Gala will take place on Monday, May 4, 2026 and that the Costume Institute exhibition “Costume Art” opens May 10, 2026 and runs through January 10, 2027. (metmuseum.org) The Met said the exhibition will inaugurate the nearly 12,000‑square‑foot Condé Nast Galleries and will feature nearly 400 objects paired with garments to examine the “dressed body.” (metmuseum.org) The Gala Host Committee is being co‑chaired by designer Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz, and named members include Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, LISA, Sam Smith, Teyana Taylor, Paloma Elsesser and Misty Copeland. (metmuseum.org) Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos are listed as the evening’s lead sponsors and will serve as Honorary Chairs for the Gala, the museum said. (metmuseum.org) Beyoncé’s return will mark her first Met Gala appearance since 2016 — she has attended the event multiple times since debuting in 2008 and served as an honorary chair in 2013, according to press coverage. (entertainmentnow.com)
