Inside the Met Gala: An Olympic star discovers how famous she is

Key Points:

• Alysa Liu, Olympic skater, made a striking debut at her first Met Gala in a custom Louis Vuitton gown, quickly becoming a focal point among the star-studded attendees.
• The Met Gala featured a Northern Italian garden theme with a large moon installation, harp music, and a diverse guest list including celebrities like Zoë Kravitz, Bradley Cooper, Hugh Jackman, and Lindsey Vonn.
• Despite protests against billionaire hosts Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos, the event proceeded with notable attendees like Rev. Al Sharpton defending the inclusion of billionaires for fostering cultural exchange.
• Disability activist Sinéad Burke helped ensure full accessibility at the gala, marking progress in diversity efforts, though model Lauren Wasser noted setbacks in real-world diversity in fashion.
• High-profile moments included Jon Batiste enjoying a rare date night, and Rihanna and A$AP Rocky sharing laughs with Heidi Klum, who was dressed as a marble statue, highlighting the gala’s blend of glamour and playful creativity.