The first Monday in May, otherwise known as the Met Gala, is quickly approaching.
The "Oscars of the East" is a fundraising event to benefit the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute — in 2023, it raised nearly $22 million. But it is better known for its high-fashion moments corresponding with elaborate themes like "Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology," "Camp: Notes on Fashion," and "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion."
Now, as seasoned attendees like Zendaya and Emma Chamberlain prepare to grace the carpet for "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" on May 6, it's worth a reminder that even the most glamorous of stars aren't immune to awkward moments, even at major events like the Met.
From questionable interview exchanges to photobombs and public displays of affection, here are 12 of the most awkward moments in Met Gala history.