On the first Monday of May every year, celebrities from all over join at the Met Gala in New York City in gorgeous gowns, sharp suits, and some mind-boggling outfits. But while they might make the night look all chic and glamorous, it’s not exactly a dream come true for some celebrities. After all, a few celebs who have made an appearance have been open about regretting it.
So, of course, it’s no surprise that a few celebrities haven’t even made the trek up the Met steps. From Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to Angelina Jolie and Leonardo DiCaprio, a handful of celebrities have RSVP’d “no” to the star-studded occasion. Scroll below for the celebs we’re most surprised by who have never attended!
Below, see which celebrities who have never been to the Met Gala:
Meghan Markle & Prince Harry
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Ever since Meghan Markle and her husband Prince Harry moved back to the United States in 2020, fans have been waiting for them to grace the Met steps. Sadly, they’ve never attended.
Jennifer Aniston
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Jennifer Aniston has been a staple in Hollywood since her role as Rachel Green on Friends, but she’s also never been.
Meryl Streep
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Another surprising star that’s never attended is Meryl Streep. Despite being a Hollywood powerhouse, she’s always managed to skip the event.
Ryan Gosling
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Ryan Gosling may have starred in major movies like The Notebook, Barbie, and La La Land, but he tends to be low-key in his private life, like not attending the Met Gala.
Angelina Jolie
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As a red carpet showstopper, we’d obviously love to see Angelina Jolie in a daring look at the Met Gala. So far, however, she hasn’t been interested in attending.
Britney Spears
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While Britney Spears lives a low-key life now, we’re surprised to learn she never attended a Met Gala, even at her most popular years in the 2000s.
Brad Pitt
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Much like his ex Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt has also never attended the Met Gala. Could this year be the year?
Adele
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Adele tends to either be booked and busy or enjoy her quiet family life away from the spotlight. Regardless of which one she’s on, she’s never made it to the Met Gala.
Leonardo DiCaprio
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While fans speculate that Leonardo DiCaprio has never attended the Met Gala because of his advocacy for the environment and renewable energy (given that the Met Gala has the reputation for being all about extravagance and over-consumption), there’s no evidence to confirm it. Either way, he’s never been.
Mariah Carey
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Mariah Carey turns heads wherever she goes, so her attendance at the Met Gala is long overdue!
Jane Fonda
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Jane Fonda is a Hollywood legend, but she’s yet to add Met Gala showstopper to her list of accomplishments.
Helena Bonham Carter
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Despite being the Queen of elaborate, whimsical looks, Helena Bonham Carter has never been!
Jennifer Tilly
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Jennifer Tilly is a modern-day fashion icon and we’re still praying for a day she’ll go to the Met Gala!
Keira Knightley
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We’re still in shock that Oscar-nominated actress Keira Knightley has never attended the Met Gala!
Ellen DeGeneres
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There was a time that Ellen DeGeneres was everywhere and we’re shocked it was never at the Met Gala!