The 2024 Met Gala took place on Monday evening at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City – and the dazzling evening was filled with a slew of controversial outfits that divided the internet, a shocking pregnancy debut, and a very-surprising transformation.
Dubbed by some as the biggest night in fashion, every year on the first Monday of May, a series of A-listers gather in their most extravagant looks for a lavish party hosted by Vogue editor Anna Wintour.
The guest list did not disappoint this year, with celebrities like Zendaya, Ariana Grande, Kim Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Nicole Kidman, Dua Lipa, Lauren Sanchez, and Jennifer Lopez, among others, all gracing the red carpet at the star-studded event.
The theme was Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, and the party had a Garden of Time dress code; and while some stars blew everyone away with their dazzling ensembles, others completely missed the mark and suffered from horrific sartorial fails.
One of the most notable looks of the night was Zendaya’s – who was co-chair of the event with Bad Bunny, Chris Hemsworth, Jennifer Lopez.
She sparked a debate online after she showed up in a custom Maison Margiela by John Galliano dress that had a bunch of grapes hanging off of it, an enormous ruffle on one shoulder, and a fake bird draped around her neck.
While some loved it, others branded the look as ‘disappointing’ and compared it to something Disney villain Cruella De Vil would wear, while one person even joked that it gave off ‘Alice in Wonderland vibes.’
There were certainly no shortage of adventurous ensembles. Kim’s outfit was another one of the most talked-about looks of the night – as she arrived in an astonishingly small silver corset.
It sparked fierce concern over her tiny waist – with one person asking online, ‘How many ribs did she get removed?’
Another shocking moment from the coveted ball was when Sydney Sweeney showed up rocking a completely new look – dying her normally blonde locks dark brown for the event.
In addition, many stars bared it all in daring and nearly-nude ensembles – including Doja Cat, who walked the carpet in a soaked white dress that was practically see-through and Emily Ratajkowski, who attended in a sheer gown that left her nipples on full display.
And while a slew of stars graced the red carpet at the event, many people were devastated that one particular famous face did not: Taylor Swift.
Take a look back at DailyMail.com’s live coverage of the event – from the best and worst and dressed stars to the most dramatic moments from throughout the night.
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Ed Sheeran is roasted for his Met Gala look
Rihanna reportedly skips out on the event after catching the flu
Zendaya walks the red carpet for SECOND time in new look after divided reactions to her first
FKA Twigs, Demi Lovato, Kaia Gerber, Uma Thurman, Keke Palmer, and Naomi Campbell all wow with stunning looks
Nicki Minaj arrives in bright yellow gown with dramatic flowers all over it
Karlie Kloss, Camila Cabello, Chloe Sevigny, Michelle Williams, and Michelle Yeoh show off their extravagant looks
Lizzo is seen on the Met Gala 2024 red carpet in a peculiar brown dress
Amelia Gray Hamlin makes a baffling appearance at the 2024 Met Gala in what appeared to be a blow-up dress that was filled with flowers
Sabrina Carpenter makes an entrance in a strapless black and blue gown with a huge ruffled skirt
Cardi B arrives in dramatic black gown with HUGE skirt
Pamela Anderson, 56, shows off her enviable curves in ethereal nude dress
See the awkward moment Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky almost crossed paths with her ex Adrien Brody
Lana Del Rey sports bizarre tree-like headpiece and sheer piece of fabric over her face
Meg Ryan, Kerry Washington, Sarah Paulson, Rachel Zegler, and Cynthia Erivo show off their stunning looks
Doja Cat walks the red carpet in wet white dress with makeup running down her face
Kylie Jenner arrives to Met Gala 2024 in simple nude dress
Naomi Watts opts for black dress with huge ruffles
Taylor Swift fans are OUTRAGED by her absence at the glittering event
Phoebe Dynevor, Amanda Seyfried, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Brie Larson, and Karol G turn up in stunning gowns
Penelope Cruz arrives in an all black tiered dress
Lady in gold! Serena Williams wows in metallic dress at 2024 Met Gala
Taylor Russell, Alexandra Daddario, Riley Keough, and Tory Burch dazzle as the red carpet continues
Mike Faist, Donald Glover, Jack Harlow, Jamie Dornan, Jeff Goldblum, Omar Apollo, and Hugh Jackman lead best dressed of the men
Jessica Biel is pretty in pink on Met Gala red carpet
Acclaimed theater producer Jordan Roth opts for interesting floral look with hood
Zendaya attends in bizarre dress and over-the-top makeup
The Met Gala 2024 WORST-dressed stars are revealed
Ashley Graham kicks off the celebrity red carpet arrivals in a leather black dress
The biggest night of fashion is finally upon us
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Billionaire oil heiress Ivy Getty puts on a VERY glamorous show on Met Gala red carpet
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Adwoa Aboah is pregnant! Model debuts her baby bump in quirky ruffled top and maxi puffed skirt on A-list red carpet
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Ed Sheeran is roasted for his Met Gala look
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Rihanna reportedly skips out on the event after catching the flu
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Zendaya walks the red carpet for SECOND time in new look after divided reactions to her first
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Shakira puts on a busty display in ravishing red dress with billowing sleeves
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FKA Twigs, Demi Lovato, Kaia Gerber, Uma Thurman, Keke Palmer, and Naomi Campbell all wow with stunning looks
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Charli XCX cuts an edgy ensemble in a cone bra and ripped Marni dress as she hits the glitzy red carpet
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Nicki Minaj arrives in bright yellow gown with dramatic flowers all over it
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Sydney Sweeney debuts shocking new look as she arrives at the 2024 Met Gala
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Karlie Kloss, Camila Cabello, Chloe Sevigny, Michelle Williams, and Michelle Yeoh show off their extravagant looks
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Cara Delevingne flashes her abs in a quirky hooded garment adorned with glitzy gems
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Lizzo is seen on the Met Gala 2024 red carpet in a peculiar brown dress
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Amelia Gray Hamlin makes a baffling appearance at the 2024 Met Gala in what appeared to be a blow-up dress that was filled with flowers
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Sabrina Carpenter makes an entrance in a strapless black and blue gown with a huge ruffled skirt
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Ashley Graham reveals her custom Swarovski crystal-covered gown took 500 HOURS to complete for the 2024 Met Gala
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Pamela Anderson, 56, shows off her enviable curves in ethereal nude dress
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Queen Latifah captivates in bird of paradise print gown
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See the awkward moment Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky almost crossed paths with her ex Adrien Brody
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Lana Del Rey sports bizarre tree-like headpiece and sheer piece of fabric over her face
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Meg Ryan, Kerry Washington, Sarah Paulson, Rachel Zegler, and Cynthia Erivo show off their stunning looks
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Doja Cat walks the red carpet in wet white dress with makeup running down her face
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Kylie Jenner arrives to Met Gala 2024 in simple nude dress
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Dua Lipa shows up to Met Gala in sheer outfit and feather boa
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Naomi Watts opts for black dress with huge ruffles
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Kylie Minogue glitters in an edgy twist on a fairytale princess theme with a figure-hugging devoré denim ensemble
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Kim Kardashian TINY waist sparks shock reaction as she arrives at Met Gala wearing astonishingly small silver corset
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Nicole Kidman stuns in a dramatic black and white Balanciaga gown as she packs on the PDA with husband Keith Urban
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Kendall Jenner puts on a VERY cheeky display in a semi-sheer vintage Givenchy dress with derrière cut-outs
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Phoebe Dynevor, Amanda Seyfried, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Brie Larson, and Karol G turn up in stunning gowns
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Penelope Cruz arrives in an all black tiered dress
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Lady in gold! Serena Williams wows in metallic dress at 2024 Met Gala
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Ariana Grande wows in strapless white dress with long flowing skirt
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Taylor Russell, Alexandra Daddario, Riley Keough, and Tory Burch dazzle as the red carpet continues
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Demi Moore flutters down red carpet in butterfly-inspired dress with sculptured wings
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Emily Ratajkowski bares her NIPPLES in sheer gown
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Kris Jenner opts for white ensemble with oversized coat
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Rita Ora goes NUDE in barely there tasseled bodysuit
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Mike Faist, Donald Glover, Jack Harlow, Jamie Dornan, Jeff Goldblum, Omar Apollo, and Hugh Jackman lead best dressed of the men
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Lauren Sanchez arrives sporting a new diamond ring on that finger
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Sarah Jessica Parker makes an entrance in an eye-popping hat and bizarrely-shaped frock
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Gigi Hadid graces Met Gala red carpet in white gown with ruffled skirt
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Rebecca Ferguson puts on a show-stopping display as she whips off cape to reveal dazzling sequin gown adorned with ravens
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Mindy Kaling wears dramatic brown dress to the 2024 Met Gala
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Acclaimed theater producer Jordan Roth opts for interesting floral look with hood
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Zoe Saldana, Gayle King, Maleah Joi Moon, Sienna Miller, Greta Gerwig, and Huma Abedin join the star-studded list of arrivals
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Lily James exudes elegance in a plunging pale pink gown
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Lea Michele cradles her baby bump as she dons bright blue gown with enormous train
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Zendaya attends in bizarre dress and over-the-top makeup
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Jennifer Lopez stuns in diamond encrusted sheer gown as she arrives to the 2024 Met Gala
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Gwendoline Christie turns heads in a dramatic red gown, black cape, and statement blonde hairdo as she arrives on the carpet
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Matt Damon is joined by his wife Luciana Damon on Met Gala red carpet
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The Met Gala 2024 WORST-dressed stars are revealed
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Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky are the epitome of a happy couple as they arrive to the Met Gala
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Bad Bunny opts for all eye-popping ensemble on Met Gala red carpet
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La La Anthony, Bee Carrozzini, Emma Chamberlain, and Jessica Serfaty have arrived
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Host Anna Wintour graces the red carpet in chic white gown with floral black coat
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Ashley Graham kicks off the celebrity red carpet arrivals in a leather black dress