As A-list stars busy with many projects, celebrities’ schedules sometimes do not allow them to attend the Met Gala

The Met Gala is the biggest international fashion event of the year. Many people dream of having the opportunity to receive an invitation and set foot in this event. However, there are also stars who skip the event. In 2024, those who are absent from the Met Gala include Taylor Swift and her boyfriend, American football superstar Travis Kelce, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, Jared Leto… Why?

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift at the 2016 Met Gala, when she was a co-chair. Photo: Getty Images

Taylor Swift is said to have skipped the 2024 Met Gala despite receiving an invitation because she is busy with her The Eras Tour. As planned, Taylor Swift will hold the next show on September 5 in Paris, France. The 2024 Met Gala takes place just 3 days before her European leg. Therefore, Taylor Swift is said to have skipped the party event to focus on her tour.

In interviews about The Eras Tour, Taylor Swift has said that she follows an extremely strict regimen to ensure the highest quality performances. She says no to alcohol and partying, limits talking to protect her voice and exercises continuously. Therefore, it is not difficult to understand why a party as big as the Met Gala will greatly affect Taylor Swift’s preparation process.

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Travis Kelce

Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, a member of the Kansas City Chiefs NFL team, is said to have also received an invitation to the 2024 Met Gala. However, he was spotted hanging out at the Formula 1 race in Miami instead of attending the New York event. It’s unclear why he skipped his first Met Gala, but he may be taking a break before accompanying Taylor Swift on the European leg of The Eras Tour.

“She’s going to be playing all over Europe. There’s not a bad show, I promise. And I’m definitely going to be there to support her,” Travis Kelce told Entertainment Tonight.

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky

The singer has a history of being late, even being the last person to arrive at events, so fans are looking forward to her presence. However, despite planning to attend the 2024 Met Gala, Rihanna had to cancel her schedule because she was suffering from the flu.

Ahead of the 2024 Met Gala, Rihanna teased what she would wear. “I’ll wear something very simple, compared to what I’ve worn before,” she shared. “Why simple? Because I’m a mother. I’m very busy!”

It’s unclear whether Rihanna passed the flu virus to her partner A$AP Rocky.

Billy Porter

Billy Porter shocked the 2019 Met Gala with his pharaoh-inspired look. However, this year, the man who often wears dresses on the red carpet said he would not attend the event because he was still grieving the death of his mother in February 2024. “I just lost my mother,” Billy told E! News at the TIME 100 Gala. “I have to take care of myself. And that means not going to parties sometimes.”

Jared Leto

After making waves at the 2023 Met Gala with his look inspired by Karl Lagerfeld’s cat Choupette, Jared Leto was expected to make a big comeback at this year’s event. However, the artist skipped the party because his band, 30 Seconds to Mars, was on its way to Europe for the Seasons World Tour. “I’ll be there [at the Met Gala] in my mind and wishing everyone a wonderful evening!” he told E!.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds

Blake Lively was set to co-host the 2022 Met Gala. However, she will be absent this year. Her famous husband Ryan Reynolds will also not be in attendance, as he is currently preparing for his blockbuster Deadpool & Wolverine.

Katy Perry
Katy Perry is absent from the 2024 Met Gala because she is busy recording music. The Roar singer has not released a new album in a long time as she spends time being a mother and taking care of her small family.

Adele

The Met Gala brings together A+ list celebrities from all over the world. But there are also many people who have never attended, and among them is Adele.

Explaining why Adele may be absent from the 2024 Met Gala, the reason is said to be because she is in the process of performing in Las Vegas and does not have much time to fly to New York just to attend the party. In addition, yesterday, May 5, was Adele’s birthday. Perhaps she is happier when she can spend time relaxing with her lover, Rich Paul, instead of dressing up in clothes.

Besides Adele, there are also many other stars who have never attended the Met Gala.