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Celebrities Missing the Met Gala 2026: Every Confirmed Absence

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The Met Gala is here, taking place tonight, Monday, May 4, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Celebrities have already started arriving in New York and making appearances at gatherings like Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s pre-Met Gala party and Anna Wintour’s pre-Met Gala dinner. However, while many stars are expected to be present, a number of notable names have already confirmed that they will not be in attendance this year.

Zendaya

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Zendaya is confirmed to be missing the 2026 Met Gala. Reports indicate that the actress is taking a step back from public appearances after she has been involved in professional commitments, including press tours of her movie “The Drama” and “Euphoria.” She was also involved in a campaign with Tom Holland, which included a non-alcoholic beer brand. With so many commitments in a short period, she is now taking time off before returning to work on upcoming films, including The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which will be released in theaters later this summer.

Meryl Streep

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Just like in previous years, Meryl Streep will not be attending the 2026 Met Gala. Her representative explained that the event has never really been something she is interested in, despite receiving invitations. In a statement to Page Six, her rep said, “Meryl has been invited to the Met Gala for many years but has never attended. While she appreciates Vogue, Anna, and her incredible imagination and stamina, it has never quite been her scene.”

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas may also miss this year’s Met Gala due to work commitments. In a recent report by British Vogue, it was stated that the actress could be occupied with filming during the event. According to the publication, “the actress might be otherwise engaged on the first Monday in May in Antarctica, where she is currently filming Varanasi.”

Rachel Zegler

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Rachel Zegler will not be attending the 2026 Met Gala. She was recently asked about the event through a direct message on X (formerly Twitter), to which she responded by saying she would be working on the day of the event and would not be able to attend.

Sadie Sink

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Sadie is likely to miss this year’s Met Gala also due to work commitments. Fans have noted that she is scheduled to perform in Romeo and Juliet in London’s West End this spring. A show is set to hold on the same day as the Met Gala.

Rosamund Pike

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Rosa would also be performing  on the West End, with a show scheduled for May 4, the same night as the Met Gala. The production, titled Inter Alia, will keep her in London during the event period.

Billy Porter

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Billy Porter confirmed that he will not be attending the 2026 Met Gala. Speaking on SiriusXM’s Bevelations, he was asked if he would be present at this year’s event and responded that he has not been invited, since 2019. He explained that 2019 was the only year he attended, and that appearance came after being invited by director Ryan Murphy.

Lauren Santo Domingo

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Page Six reported she will be skipping the 2026 event. Lauren is the co-founder of the online luxury retailer Moda Operandi and has been a regular presence at the Met Gala since 2015 but has decided to opt out of 2026 edition.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani

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Mayor Zohran has not confirmed whether he will attend the 2026 Met Gala. In recent years, past mayors of New York City have often made appearances at the event, but when Mamdani was asked about it, he responded that he “loves the Met” and  said it’s an incredible museum. He did not give a clear answer if he would be attending or skipping the event.

Florence Welch

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Florence Welch will not be available for the 2026 edition of Met Gala. Florence + The Machine are currently on their Everybody Scream North American tour on May 4 in Houston.

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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi Join Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet for a Double Date

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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi made another public appearance together in Los Angeles on May 17, joining Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet for a night out. The group was photographed leaving a Fanatics party, with Elordi driving and Kendall riding in the front seat. Kylie, Chalamet, and photographer Renell Medrano sat in the back ,all attempting to avoid cameras as they left the venue.

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The appearance comes just days after Kendall and Elordi were photographed together on a beach in Hawaii during a trip the previous weekend, according to TMZ. The photos showed the two sitting together on the beach with Kendall wearing a bikini and Elordi dressed in a cap and shorts. The beach photos captured the pair in a private coastal setting, carrying the feel of an intimate, low-key date away from the public eye.

Rumors about the two first began circulating during Coachella in April, At the time sources told People and Entertainment Tonight that Kendall and Elordi had been seeing each other privately for several months. One insider noted they had “run in similar circles for years” but had only recently developed an attraction, describing their connection as “easy” due to shared low-key personalities and focus on their careers.

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In January 2026, Kendall spoke on Owen Thiele’s podcast “In Your Dreams” about being in her ‘me era’ after turning 29 in November 2024. She said she wanted a “me year” to focus on herself, while remaining open to what came her way.

The double date with Kylie and Chalamet marks another public outing together, further fuelling relationship speculation, adding another chapter to a rumored relationship that has unfolded gradually over the spring.

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Bella Hadid Brings Brother Anwar as Her Plus-One to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival

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Bella Hadid returned to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on May 17 in one of the season’s most anticipated appearances. She showed up at the premiere of Jeanne Herry’s Garance, accompanied by her brother Anwar . Their entrance at the Palais des Festivals set a more relaxed, family-oriented tone for the evening.

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For the premiere, Bella wore a custom white strapless Prada gown with a structured jeweled bust and an ankle-length hem and a trailing train. She completed the look with a satin shawl, pointed pumps, and sparkling Chopard diamonds. Next to her, Anwar wore a classic black tuxedo with a white tie, keeping the look clean and understated.

Photographers caught the siblings walking together at the event, and their low-key coordination stood out against the usual red carpet activity. Earlier that day, Bella was spotted arriving in Nice ahead of the premiere, dressed in relaxed sportswear with no immediate indication she would later appear on the red carpet that evening . It’s classic Cannes for her.

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On May 17, Bella was also seen with her mother, Yolanda Hadid, during a relaxed boat ride along the French Riviera. She opted for relaxed off-duty looks that matched the coastal mood, moving away from red carpet styling.

This marked Bella’s first major Cannes red carpet appearance of the season. She Continues her consistent presence at the festival. Year after year, the festival remains a consistent stage for her, where she moves between couture statements and relaxed off-duty style.

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Cynthia Erivo Receives Royal Honor From Prince William at Windsor Castle

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Cynthia Erivo received a royal honor for her contributions to musical arts on May 19, 2026, where she was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. The award was presented to her by Prince William.

When the honor was first announced at the end of 2025, Erivo spoke about the news in a statement. She said “To be given this recognition to celebrate the work that I love to do within the arts, specifically music and drama, is an honor I could never have thought would happen. I hope it shows that I care deeply about the work and will continue to do so to the best of my abilities.”

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For the ceremony, she wore a black Givenchy outfit by Sarah Burton, featuring a structured blazer with heavily padded shoulders and a peplum-style hem, paired with a pleated skirt. The look was styled with a cap and silver jewelry.

Erivo has won an Emmy, Grammy, and Tony, alongside multiple Oscar nominations. She became widely known for her role in “The Color Purple in 2015, which earned her a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album. She has continued to receive major industry recognition, including a second Grammy for her performance of “Defying Gravity” alongside Ariana Grande from the Wicked soundtrack.

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This is not her first connection with the royal family. Erivo was among a group of alumni who welcomed King Charles and Queen Camilla to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in May 2024 as part of the school’s 120th anniversary celebration.

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The MBE is one of the United Kingdom’s recognized honors, awarded to individuals who have made notable contributions in areas such as the arts, science, public service, and charitable work. Erivo was not the only recipient at Windsor Castle. Matt Lucas and Luke Littler were also presented with an award by Prince William during the ceremony.

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