8 celebrities who are banned from the 2025 Met Gala
- Eight celebrities face bans or express rejection regarding the 2025 Met Gala, including Donald Trump, Tim Gunn, and others who criticized the event or were excluded.
- Anna Wintour banned Donald Trump in 2007 citing personal grounds, while some stars declined future invitations due to negative views on the event's culture.
- Celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Tina Fey, Zayn Malik, and Lili Reinhart shared criticisms describing the Gala as superficial or toxic and questioned its value.
- Notably, Gwyneth Paltrow said the Gala "sucked," Zayn Malik refused repeat attendance citing red carpet excess, and Tina Fey called it a "jerk parade."
- These bans and statements highlight ongoing tensions about the Gala’s exclusivity and culture, suggesting some celebrities may continue to reject or be excluded from future events.
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