Taraji P. Henson Slams Celebs Attending Jeff Bezos-Backed Met Gala
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Taraji P. Henson and Meredith Lynch publicly criticized the Met Gala's association with honorary co-chairs Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos, highlighting Bezos' controversial political support and business practices.
- Lynch condemned celebrities wearing “ICE Out” pins at the event, blaming Bezos for contributing to political issues including support for Donald Trump, who she says cut arts funding.
- Henson expressed confusion and frustration over celebrities attending the gala, pointing out the contrast between Bezos' lavish lifestyle and the poor working conditions in Amazon warehouses.
- Despite the backlash, many prominent stars such as Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Anne Hathaway attended the 2026 Met Gala, which was themed “Fashion is Art” and linked to the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Art exhibition.
- The event remains a major cultural occasion in New York City, raising funds for the museum, even as it faces criticism for its sponsorship choices.
