Jean MartinTaylor Swift, the renowned “Cruel Summer” singer, opted out of attending this year’s Met Gala in New York City to focus on preparations for the European leg of her Eras Tour.
E! News confirmed that Swift’s decision to skip the fundraiser was influenced by her upcoming performance at the Paris La Défense Arena in France, which is scheduled just three days after the Met Gala.
Met Gala Theme and Attendees:
The Met Gala fundraiser, themed around the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” exhibit, featured an official “Garden of Time” dress code. Notably absent from the event were Swift and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, who reportedly declined his invitation.
Taylor Swift Past Met Gala Involvement:
Despite missing this year’s event, Swift has been a familiar face at the Met Gala, having attended six previous galas. She even co-chaired the 2016 Met Gala, which celebrated the “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology” exhibition.
Memorable Moments and Relationships:
The Met Gala holds significance in Swift’s personal life, as she first met Joe Alwyn, her boyfriend of six years before their breakup in 2023. Swift’s songs, such as “Dress” and “Mastermind,” allude to their relationship and the event’s influence.
Last year, Swift also missed the Met Gala to prioritize her Eras Tour in Nashville, indicating her commitment to musical endeavors over high-profile events.
