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The Met Gala 2025 Live Blog: I’m Talking Red Carpet Arrivals From Cynthia Erivo, Walton Goggins And More

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Colman Domingo attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City.
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The biggest night in celebrity fashion is here, as hundreds of elite guests climb the infamous steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Met Gala. This year’s theme is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” and I can’t wait to see how the biggest names in film, music, sports culture and more — who shelled out thousands of dollars for a ticket and were vetted by Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour — interpret the “Tailored For You” dress code.

The men might take center stage tonight, with Colman Domingo, Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton and A$AP Rocky serving as co-chairs and LeBron James as honorary chair. I’m still excited to see what the ladies have in store, though. What will Zendaya be wearing? How many Kardashians are attending, or are we choosing to believe that Rihanna got them uninvited? Follow along for the fashion hits, misses and everything in between as we go on this exploration and celebration of Black identity.

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Welcome To CinemaBlend's Met Gala 2025 Coverage!

The celebrities are starting to arrive! I really hope everyone wearing death-defying heels (or no heels like Kim Kardashian last year) practiced their stair-climbing in preparation for this. That’s honestly something I’d lose sleep over. Now, on to the fashion!

Vogue Correspondent Emma Chamberlain Has Arrived

Not surprisingly, Vogue Editor Anna Wintour is among the first arrivals, along with co-hosts Teyana Taylor, La La Anthony, and Ego Nwodim. Wintour's look is actually from one of tonight's co-chairs, Pharrell Williams for Louis Vuitton.

Emma Chamberlain has also arrived to serve as Vogue's special correspondent. She is wearing a floor-length asymmetrical Courrèges pinstriped dress that is strapless and backless.

Emma Chamberlain attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City.

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Emma Chamberlain accessorized with sheer black gloves and jewelry she found on eBay, per Vanity Fair. You've gotta love a good bargain find at the Met Gala!

Sydney Sweeney Stuns In Miu Miu

Sydney Sweeney never disappoints in the fashion department, and she looks glamorous in black Miu Miu, a fully owned subsidiary of Prada, that features a cutout over her chest.

Sydney Sweeney at The 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York, New York. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Penske Media via Getty Images)

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Her hair is worn in an up-do, and she accessorized with earrings and rings. Lovely!

Pharrell Williams Is Making Me ‘Happy’ With Thousands Of Pearls

Co-chair Pharrell Williams arrived to the Met Gala wearing a jacket made of 15,000 pearls that reportedly took 400 hours to construct, according to AP. He paired the white jacket with black flare-leg pants.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: (L-R) Pharrell Williams, Met Gala Co-Chair, and Helen Lasichanh attend the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

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Accompanying Pharrell is his wife Helen Lasichanh, who wore a black bodysuit with a suit jacket over her shoulders. Accessories are everything, as she proved with that handbag!

Maya Hawke Is Pretty In Prada

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Maya Hawke attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Maya Hawke is looking pretty in Prada pink with a huge cascading cape.

Sadie Sink Is No Stranger To High Fashion

Sadie Sink joined her Stranger Things co-star Maya Hawke in Prada, walking the steps in a black gown that trailed behind her.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Sadie Sink attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Sadie Sink attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Sadie Sink's red hair shone bright against the darker shade.

Sarah Snook Is All Business In AnOnlyChild Suit

Logan Roy may have thought his children were unserious, but Shiv actress Sarah Snook meant business as she arrived at the fundraiser in a black AnOnlyChild suit.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Sarah Snook attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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The suit included a train that trailed behind her with red lining on the inside.

Whoopi Goldberg Is An Icon In A Top Hat

Whoopi Goldberg is making iconic moves, pairing her black suit with a veiled top hat. I thought she paired a white fur stole with it, but look again.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Whoopi Goldberg attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/GA/The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images)

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We're looking at 350,000 white sequins strung together to make that. Wild!

Zendaya Is Superfine In A Three-Piece Suit

Zendaya embodied the night's theme perfectly, because she looked "Superfine" in a custom Louis Vuitton three-piece suit. The white outfit featured a brooch on the back.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Zendaya attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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That hat is the cherry on this cake of perfection.

Diana Ross … DAAAAAANG!

In case anybody forgot who the real icon is tonight, Diana Ross just put us all in our place. The Queen of Motown donned a white gown with large feathered white hat and even larger train that featured a trim of feathers and beading.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Diana Ross attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/GA/The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images)

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The train draped nearly the entirety of the museum’s staircase and took six men to help her with it as she fanned herself at the top. Diana Ross told Vogue that the names of all her children and eight grandchildren are embroidered on the inside of the massive train.

Pamela Anderson Is Accompanied By Her Son

I absolutely love to see Pam Anderson living her best makeup-free life. The actress shimmered in a long-sleeved maxi dress as she walked the steps with her son.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: (L-R) Pamela Anderson and Brandon Thomas Lee attend the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by John Shearer/WireImage)

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I'm loving the blonde bob with the bangs!

Simone Biles Gives Gold Medal In A Blue Gown

Simone Biles may be known for her gold medals, but blue was her color at the Met Gala.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Simone Biles attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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The Olympian donned a bright blue collared vest dress that boasted a huge matching bow and train.

Tramell Tillman Stuns In Pinstripes

Severance actor Tramell Tillman looks dapper as hell in his black jacket and pinstripe pants with black train. The lining of the train is also striped.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Tramell Tillman attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)GettyImages-2213601935.jpg

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I will try to enjoy each part of this outfit equally.

Barry Keoghan Adds A Pop Of Red

We're seeing lots of black and white at this gala, but Barry Keoghan isn't afraid to mix it up.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Barry Keoghan attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

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He walked the steps in Valentino with a red sash and decorative collar and sleeves

Lupita Nyong'o Is Baby Blue Perfection

Lupita Nyong'o can do no wrong. This baby blue suit with matching hat is yet another color she wears flawlessly.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Lupita Nyong'o attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/FilmMagic)GettyImages-2213605641.jpg

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All these capes and trains ... I love them. Cannot get enough.

Tyler Perry Is Shimmering Elegance

Tyler Perry isn't afraid of a little sparkle. In a look from House of Gray, he draped his black suit with a cream-colored jacket with slits on the sleeves.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Tyler Perry attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

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Kerry Washington And Walton Goggins Drop Jaws

Kerry Washington wore a cream-colored suit jacket and wide-brimmed hat over a long see-through skirt as she paused for a photo with Walton Goggins.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: (L-R) Kerry Washington and Walton Goggins attend the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Savion Washington/Getty Images)

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The White Lotus actor, meanwhile, was a show-stopper in his inside-out Thorn Browne skirt and coat.

Dua Lipa Makes Red Carpet Debut With Callum Turner

Dua Lipa looked amazing in a textured outfit that featured 45,000 embroidered elements, a sheer across midriff and feathered skirt by Chanel.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: (L-R) Dua Lipa and Callum Turner attend the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

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Callum Turner went fairly basic in his suit, but what an opportunity for the couple to make their red carpet debut! They have been romantically linked since January 2024.

Cynthia Erivo Looks Straight-Up Wicked

We've seen Cynthia Erivo in a lot of green lately, but on Met Monday she went in the opposite direction with a custom Givenchy by Sarah Burton corset embroidered with red, black and white crystals.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Cynthia Erivo attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by John Shearer/WireImage)

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Her black tulle skirt billowed beautifully around her knee-high lace-up boots and matching bag.

Doechii Makes Her Mark On The Met Steps

Doechii made her Met Gala debut in a look that's not likely to be forgotten. The Grammy winner sported a custom patterned Louis Vuitton jacket with checkerboard shorts and a statement burgundy tie.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Doechii attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

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Doechii carried a cigar on the red carpet wearing her hair in a stylish afro.

Aimee Lou Wood And Patrick Schwarzenegger Have A White Lotus Moment

The White Lotus Season 3 co-stars Aimee Lou Wood and Patrick Schwarzenegger shared a moment on the carpet.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: (L-R) Aimee Lou Wood and Patrick Schwarzenegger attend the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

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Will Aimee Lou Wood run into Walton Goggins inside the event amid their rumored feud? We may never know!

Shaboozey Draped In Pearls Is Making Me Tipsy

Shaboozey looked exquisite draped in pearls that fell all the way to his waist.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Shaboozey attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

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The look also incorporated an oversized pant, short jacket and hat worn askew.

Doja Cat Shoulders Her Way Into The Met Gala

Doja Cat always makes an impression with her fashion, and she was a hit with a strong-shouldered Marc Jacobs tiger print bodysuit.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Doja Cat attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

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Sabrina Carpenter Says No Pants, No Problem

Sabrina Carpenter took the "Tailored For You" dress code quite literally, because this burgendy bodysuit fit the singer like a glove.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Sabrina Carpenter attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

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Blonde bombshell perfection.

Priyanka Chopra And Nick Jonas Are Hot, Hot, Hot

Nick Jonas couldn't have smoldered any harder as he nuzzled up to his wife Priyanka Chopra.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: (L-R) Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra Jonas attend the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by John Shearer/WireImage)

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Her hat threatened to keep him at arm's length, but it was probably for the best with all the sexy vibes they were giving off.

Lizzo Goes Full Cruella de Vil

Lizzo showed off her beautiful figure in a black-and-white gown that billowed at her feet. The long cigarette is giving full Disney villain.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Lizzo attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

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I am absolutely loving the blonde curls!

Keke Palmer Gives Her Take On A Tuxedo

A white dress with structured hips and embroidered detailing served as an exaggerated tuxedo shirt over black pants for Keke Palmer's Met Gala moment.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: Keke Palmer attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

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The black headpiece completed the look perfectly.

Shakira Jumps On The Train Train

We've seen so many amazing capes and trains at the 2025 gala, and Shakira isn't one to be left out.

Shakira attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City.

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Fashion critics had a little trouble finding the evening's theme in her ensemble, but there's no arguing that she looks beautiful.

Thanks For Following Along!

What a great night for some really cool looks! Thanks for taking this trip with me; I'll just be over here ordering capes to incorporate into my wardrobe!