These stars acquired the meme therapy after stepping onto the Met Gala steps.
The Met Gala kicks off on the primary Monday in Might yearly in type, with a theme that for the primary time in over 20 years, solely focuses on the boys.
This yr’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Type,” facilities round Black type — for the very first time — and highlights designers of coloration.
The theme was described in an Instagram submit shared by Vogue as “analyzing the significance of clothes and elegance to the formation of Black identities within the Atlantic diaspora” with “the Black dandy as its topic.”
Together with the theme for 2025, Vogue additionally introduced Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams, and Anna Wintour as this yr’s 2025 Met Gala superstar co-chairs, whereas honorary co-chair, NBA star LeBron James, introduced on X simply hours earlier than the occasion that he was unable to attend as a consequence of a knee damage.
Sadly due to my knee damage I sustained on the finish of the season I gained’t have the ability to attend the Met Gala in NY tonight as so many individuals have been asking and congratulating me on! Hate to overlook an historic occasion! My lovely highly effective Queen will likely be there holding the…
— LeBron James (@KingJames) Might 5, 2025
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The lineup of well-known males are additionally chairing the primary menswear exhibition since 2003’s “Males in Skirts”.
And whereas this yr is certainly for the boys, each the fellows and the gals are placing their interpretations of this yr’s theme on show. And the web wasted no time in turning this yr’s attendees into memes.
Try a few of the funniest reactions beneath — we’ll preserve updating this submit as new seems to be are available in!
Teyana Taylor
Hitting the purple carpet early, Teyana Taylor was met with reward for her customized Marc Jacobs look she says was designed by her and Black Panther costume designer, Ruth E. Carter.
Making her approach throughout the Met steps, scepter in hand, Taylor’s billowing crimson frock got here full with a sweeping durag cape and a feather in her cap, together with a sash that learn, “Harlem Rose.” And although it is undoubtedly a contender for look of the night time, some folks on the web could not assist however suppose Taylor’s look reminded them of Dr. Facilier — often known as the Shadow Man — the principle antagonist from Disney’s 2009 animated movie The Princess and the Frog.
“Wait a minute,” one consumer wrote on X, sharing a side-by-side picture of the Disney villain and Taylor.
One other consumer had the identical thought, tweet, “Teyana Taylor’s look nearly makes you consider Dr.Facilier… am I mistaken? Feather on hat, white neck piece, lengthy coat and cane….”
Teyana Taylor’s look nearly makes you consider Dr.Facilier… am I mistaken?
Feather on hat, white neck piece, lengthy coat and cane…. pic.twitter.com/nN84G2xF62
— Ace Blackwood- Readings: OPEN 🕯️🦇✨ (@HouseOfBLKWD) Might 5, 2025
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And one other, with the Dr Facilier comparisons persevering with all through the night time.
“Wait a rattling minute…. Teyana Taylor I wasn’t aware of your recreation…ATE DOWN #MetGala2025,” they wrote, giving props to Taylor’s look whereas pitting her in opposition to the Disney character.
Wait a rattling minute…. Teyana Taylor I wasn’t aware of your recreation…ATE DOWN #MetGala2025 pic.twitter.com/IS78u19uYo
— ✨ (@antisociaalclub) Might 5, 2025
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Rihanna
Earlier than Rihanna even debuted her Met Gala look, she was being memed for her pre-ball match when she confirmed as much as prepare for trend’s largest night time in a two piece set that every one however confirmed her third being pregnant.
In photographs captured by paps, Rihanna wears a gray lengthy sleeved high and matching maxi skirt, with simply sufficient pores and skin on show to focus on her rising child bump. She accessorized the look with a bucket hat and an umbrella to guard from the spring storm.
“rihanna pregnant once more that album is NEVER coming #MetGala2025,” one consumer wrote in response to the information, with one other enjoying on Rihanna’s hit “Umbrella” by poking enjoyable on the observe and RiRi’s wet day shot. “You may stand below my umbrella, -ella, -ella, eh, eh, eh. Underneath my umbrella, -ella, -ella, eh, eh, eh.”
You may stand below my umbrella, -ella, -ella, eh, eh, ehUnder my umbrella, -ella, -ella, eh, eh, eh#Rihanna #MetGala2025 pic.twitter.com/niJjjljjNb
— Miran sana deli (@notmiransgirl1) Might 5, 2025
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rihanna pregnant once more that album is NEVER coming #MetGala2025 pic.twitter.com/qihpQlQeMz
— ໊ (@akajosegyal) Might 5, 2025
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One other fan upset in what could imply the delay of latest music from Rihanna tweeted, “Rihanna, once we stated R9, we meant the album… not 9 youngsters.”
Rihanna, once we stated R9, we meant the album… not 9 youngsters. pic.twitter.com/N4LYhPOAR1
— ۟ (@headnavy) Might 5, 2025
@headnavy
Rihanna did finally make it to the Met steps, fashionably late in fact, in a corseted swimsuit costume by Marc Jacobs that hugged her bump. She topped off the look with a burgundy polka dot scarf and an outsized black hat.
Ri not solely shut down the carpet as one of many final to reach, the high-fashion second marked the official debut of her being pregnant, with the soon-to-be mom of three all smiles whereas posing for pics.
FINALLYYYYY Rihanna (and her child bump) have ARRIVED #metgala pic.twitter.com/7SwQWbW5zq
— The Lower (@TheCut) Might 6, 2025
@TheCut
.@rihanna is GLOWING & it is not simply because child #3 on the best way ✨#MetGala pic.twitter.com/RucSH2lQyl
— MTV (@MTV) Might 6, 2025
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Walton Goggins
Walton Goggins was not afraid to get dandy for this yr’s theme. And whereas many on the web applauded his daring, Thom Browne look, some poked enjoyable at The White Lotus star’s fluttering black-and-white match.
“The roulette wheel ain’t acquired nothing in opposition to #waltongoggins,” one consumer tweeted, whereas one other quipped, “I assumed that was Beetlejuice.”
I assumed that was Beetlejuice
— Steve Hankins (@SteveHankins) Might 5, 2025
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The roulette wheel ain’t acquired nothing in opposition to #waltongoggins #MetGala2025 https://t.co/wXPDNmQlXU
— OnlineUnitedStatesCasinos (@OUSC_Official) Might 5, 2025
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“Winner, to date, for many ridiculous outfit,” one other wrote.
Doja Cat
Doja Cat made waves along with her Marc Jacobs-designed leopard print infused pin-striped swimsuit jacket sans pants, but it surely was her hairdo that actually had the web speaking.
“what is going on on with Doja Cat hair oh mom #metgala,” one consumer tweeted.
what’s happening with Doja Cat hair oh mom #metgala pic.twitter.com/mFA4tQ7xeb
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“Doja Cat wanting like a feather duster,” one other wrote, with one consumer merely tweeting, “doja cat … did … one thing? #MetGala #MetGala2025.”
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Precisely how Diana Ross ought to arrive to the #MetGala pic.twitter.com/LMEtpmSFQt
— Jarett Wieselman (@JarettSays) Might 5, 2025
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Unhealthy Bunny, Lewis Hamilton, Tramell Tillman, Brian Tyree Henry, Shaboozey.. please step into my chambers for an after gala assembly pic.twitter.com/XqWtenWU6h
— Romeo S (Reloaded) 🇩🇴🥇 (@PaIIahAbdul) Might 5, 2025
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jenna ortega exhibiting as much as the met in a costume product of rulers as a result of the theme is tailor-made…. A GENIUS AND A GODDESS pic.twitter.com/J3jCTxqo4D
— Séléna ☆ (@selenaroy21) Might 6, 2025
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She gained once more ✅️💚 pic.twitter.com/R7SegbiFgY
— CardiB Universe ♡👠 (@CardiB_Universe) Might 6, 2025
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Tramell Tillman: the person that you’re. #MetGala pic.twitter.com/62UTNP61sE
— Jarett Wieselman (@JarettSays) Might 5, 2025
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Damson Idris look reveal on the #MetGalapic.twitter.com/6Psf4pOH3B
— Movie Updates (@FilmUpdates) Might 6, 2025
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Shut up of Nicki Minaj’s take a look at the #MetGala. https://t.co/aqvTkgfDWX
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) Might 6, 2025
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i do know i didn’t simply see andre3000 carrying a piano on his head
— oritsejemiyotan (@ellaokorodudu_) Might 6, 2025
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That is her GENRE!!! #MetGala2025 #MetGala Been doing this!!!! pic.twitter.com/EtzOQJDqqN
— A.R.D. (@CVLTIVATED93) Might 6, 2025
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@halleberry I have to see the again as a result of I have to see what Ego noticed. #MetGala #MetGala2025 pic.twitter.com/sBxLcWze5s
— Kailah Nyota (@Kailah_Uhura) Might 6, 2025
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