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Met Gala 2026 chaos as man is arrested trying to run onto red carpet

The Met Gala was thrown into chaos on Monday evening when a man was arrested after allegedly attempting to storm the red carpet to get close to celebrities.

The unidentified man was hauled away by several NYPD cops before he could cause any further harm. 

Stars began arriving on the Met red carpet at 5pm for fashion’s biggest night, amid a backdrop of protesters and celebrity outrage.

Anna Wintour was among the first to turn up, pairing her trademark sunglasses with a bright turquoise gown.

Fashion is Art is the theme for this year’s event, which is co-chaired by a superstar panel lineup featuring the ex-Vogue chief, Beyonce, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams.

Among those expected to attend are Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Kim Kardashian, Lady Gaga and Rihanna. 

But this year’s gala has been marred with controversy. Hollywood is furious that it is being sponsored by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, 62, and his wife Lauren Sanchez, 56, who gave a rumored $10 million to the Costume Institute in exchange for being named honorary co-chairs.

Follow the Daily Mail for the latest updates… 

 

Man detained trying storm Met Gala red carpet

A man was seen getting detained by New York City police officers after he attempted to break into the Met Gala red carpet.

It is unclear why he tried to storm the red carpet, but he appeared to be holding a sign.

This year’s event has been the subject of protests after Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, 62, and his wife Lauren Sanchez , 56, gave a rumored $10 million to be named honorary co-chairs.

Chris Smalls is chased as he tries to enter the venue with a protest sign during the Met Gala, an annual fundraising gala held for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute with this year's theme 'Costume Art' in New York City, New York, U.S., May 4, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan Mcdermid. REFILE - ADDING ID OF PROTESTER.
A man is detained by NYPD officers after he tried to break into the red carpet of the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

Margot Robbie poses on The Met steps

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Margot Robbie attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

K-Pop Demon Hunters star Ejae opts for silver jewels

Ejae at The 2026 Met Gala Celebrating

SZA stuns in a yellow ornate gown

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: SZA attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

Sabrina Carpenter sports jewel headpiece

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Sabrina Carpenter attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

Serena Williams shines in silver gown

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Serena Williams attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

Lily-Rose Depp donned a grey gown with floral accents

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Lily-Rose Depp attends the 2026 Met Gala Celebrating

Anne Hathaway stuns on red carpet

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Anne Hathaway attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

The Rock sports a polished look

Dwayne Johnson and wife Lauren Hashian held hands on the Met Gala red carpet.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: (L-R) Lauren Hashian and Dwayne Johnson attend the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

Hailey Bieber looks regal in royal blue and gold

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Hailey Bieber attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

Emily Blunt looks buttoned up in black ensemble

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Matt Baron/Shutterstock (16852774qg) Emily Blunt Met Gala 2026, Costume Art, Arrivals, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA - 04 May 2026

Kylie Jenner raises eyebrows with Met Gala look

Kylie Jenner took to the Met Gala red carpet with bleached eyebrows and a nude corset dress.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Kylie Jenner attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating
Kylie Jenner at The 2026 Met Gala Celebrating
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Kylie Jenner attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating

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