Anna Wintour tightens security for 2025 Met Gala over concerns Kanye West could crash event
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Vogue Editor Anna Wintour is not taking any risks as she has ordered tightened security at the Metropolitan Museum of Art over concerns that Kanye West could crash the 2025 Met Gala, despite not being invited.
The concerns began after the rapper took to social media and posted a disturbing sketch of a KKK-inspired ensemble, which he claimed he would wear to the event, according to Radar Online.
In the now-deleted post, the design featured a pointed hood and bare chest, which triggered widespread backlash and major concern among Met Gala organizers.
Anna Wintour tightens security for 2025 Met Gala over fear of Kanye West crashing
A Met Gala source revealed to the outlet, "Anna is not messing around. There's a full protocol in place if Kanye is spotted anywhere near the carpet."
Meanwhile, a high-level fashion security expert added, "It's not just about the outfit — it's about the chaos he brings. After what happened at the Grammys, no one's taking chances."
During the Grammy Awards in February, West and his wife, Bianca Censori, broke the internet with their infamous stunt where Censori attended the red carpet donning a see-through dress.
Moreover, the rapper's ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, is also on the guest list for the upcoming event in New York City, and insiders said that she is desperate to avoid an unwanted confrontation.
A source close to Kardashian said, "Kim is focused on her look and her brand. The last thing she wants is Kanye pulling a stunt and hijacking the night."
Furthermore, an insider told gossip columnist Rob Shuter, "If he (Kanye) shows up, there's a plan. Anna has made it clear — no drama on her carpet."
Big names behind 2025 Met Gala
Every year, the Met Gala takes place at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on the first Monday of May. The event usually hosts around 450 attendees, including stars, young creatives, and paragons from the worlds of fashion, arts, sports, and politics, per the outlet.
The May 5 event is set to celebrate the opening of the exhibition with Wintour at the helm, and Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, and A$AP Rocky as co-chairs.
Meanwhile, NBA star LeBron James has been appointed the honorary chair.
Renowned host committee members across celebrated fields include author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Simone Biles, Doechii, Ayo Edebiri, Angel Reese, Tyla, Usher, Jeremy Pope, Dapper Dan, Andre 3000, and Janelle Monae, among others.
The Met Gala's theme is usually connected to the Costume Institute's latest exhibition, and in 2025, it is 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style', according to the BBC.
It is inspired by Monica L Miller's 2009 book 'Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity'.
The Met Gala dress code for this year is "Tailored for You," which is a reference to the suiting and menswear featured in the exhibition, per the outlet.
Interestingly, it will be the first Met Gala in more than 20 years to focus exclusively on menswear.
