The excitement surrounding the upcoming MET Gala is already building as several sports stars have been named to the prestigious host committee for 2025.
Angel Reese, Simone Biles, Jonathan Owens, and Sha’Carri Richardson are all set to take part in this exclusive event, adding a mix of athletic talent and fashion-forward influence.
Alongside them, basketball icon LeBron James has been named honorary chair, with Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton stepping in as co-chair for the evening.
The Gala’s Exciting Theme and Powerhouse Committee
This year’s MET Gala is scheduled for May 5, taking place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
As always, the event promises to showcase incredible fashion, with attendees walking the iconic staircase into the museum in elaborate outfits.
The theme for 2025, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrates Black culture and fashion, and it’s notable that every chair or committee member is Black, with Anna Wintour as the exception.
Wintour, who has been the lead chairperson since the 1990s, continues her reign at the helm.
Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky, and Pharrell Williams are also among the event’s prominent chairs.
Other committee members include big names like Usher, Regina King, and Audra McDonald, further adding to the star power of the night.
Fashion Forward Athletes and Their Growing Influence
Angel Reese has become a fashion favorite in recent months, frequently spotted in eye-catching pregame outfits and attending various fashion award shows.
Meanwhile, Simone Biles, known for her legendary gymnastics career, has been embracing a new fashion era inspired by her NFL WAG status.
Both athletes are expected to bring their distinctive style to the MET Gala, adding to the event’s diverse representation.
This year’s host committee marks the return of such a group after several years without one, making it a significant addition to the gala’s rich history.
A Night of Fashion, Fundraising, and Celebrities
Known as one of the biggest nights in fashion, the MET Gala draws attention from around the world, especially with its iconic location on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.
The event primarily serves as a fundraiser for the museum’s Costume Institute, while also marking the opening of its annual fashion exhibition.
Celebrities attending the event make generous donations, contributing to the eight-figure sums the gala raises each year.
For these stars, however, the rewards go beyond charitable contributions—it’s about the massive media attention and securing their place among the fashion elite.
Inside the Gala: No Phones, Stunning Meals, and More
A strict no-phone policy is enforced inside the museum, meaning the night’s details remain somewhat mysterious.
However, it’s known that celebrity chef Kwame Onwuachi will oversee the meal for attendees.
Onwuachi, who competed on ‘Top Chef’ and now owns the Afro-Caribbean restaurants Tatiana in New York City and Dogon in Washington DC, will bring his culinary expertise to the evening, ensuring a feast as memorable as the fashion itself.
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