Inside the Met Gala: J-Lo and Kim K flout no-selfie rule as Cher sings (2024)

Leave it to selfie-obsessed Instagram stars Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez to flout Anna Wintour's social media ban inside the Met Gala on Monday.

Professional photos taken inside the New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art show the two celebrities posing for a pouty snap together with their partners.

Lopez's fifth fiance Alex Rodriguez took the shot while Kim's third husband Kanye West joined in too.

Wintour is widely reported to have a 'no phones' rule at the event, but many celebrities couldn't resists posting photos and video on social media.

The invitation-only event, famed for its A-list celebrities and haute couture gowns, is a benefit for museum and also marks the opening of the Costume Institute's annual fashion exhibit.

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Rules are for the little people: Despite the reported 'no phones' stricture at the Met Gala, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez posed for a selfie there this Monday with Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

Jennifer was decked out in a glittering silver fringe dress and matching headdress by Versace, while her man wore a black and powder pink tuxedo from the same fashion house.

Meanwhile, Kim slipped into a drenched-theme see-through Thierry Mugler ensemble that she revealed to Vogue took roughly 'eight months' to put together.

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Kanye, who is known as a fashion maven and shoe designer as well as a rapper, went for a sedate ensemble featuring a Dickies jacket and matching charcoal trousers.

Alex gleefully disregarded the anti-selfie stricture, smiling for a photo with Jennifer and his pal Jimmy Fallon as they wandered through the exhibit arranged by Costume Institute curator Andrew Bolton.

In a perfect nod to its camp theme, the 2019 Met Gala featured a performance from pop icon Cher, who has been turning heads at 'fashion's biggest night' for more than 40 years.

Party of four: The results could be seen on Alex' Instagram page, where he wrote that he 'Had to take a selfie with' the couple known to their fans as Kimye

On the town:Jennifer was decked out in a glittering silver fringe dress and matching headdress by Versace, while her man wore a black and powder pink tuxedo from the same fashion house

Pulling out the stops:Meanwhile, Kim slipped into a drenched-theme see-through Thierry Mugler ensemble that she revealed to Vogue took roughly 'eight months' to put together

No frills:Kanye, who is known as a fashion maven and shoe designer as well as a rapper, went for a sedate ensemble featuring a Dickies jacket and matching charcoal trousers

Dashing:Alex gleefully disregarded the anti-selfie stricture, smiling for a photo with Jennifer and his pal Jimmy Fallon as they wandered through the exhibit arranged by Costume Institute curator Andrew Bolton

Elsewhere, Jared Leto's ensemble included a mock-up of his own severed head that he carried around - and several celebs had a bit of fun posing with the splashy accessory.

Lily Collins showed herself goofing off with the severed head on her Insta Stories, and Selma Hayek held her own face level to the fake Jared as she posed with the real him inside the museum.

When Kim got snapped with her half-sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Kendall could be spotted pulling a grimace as she cradled the disembodied head in one arm.

Popular:Jared Leto's ensemble included a mock-up of his own severed head that he carried around - and several celebs had a bit of fun posing with the splashy accessory

Trio:Lily Collins showed herself goofing off with the severed head on her Insta Stories, and Selma Hayek held her own face level to the fake Jared as she posed with the real him inside the museum

Sister act:When Kim got snapped with her half-sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Kendall could be spotted pulling a grimace as she cradled the disembodied head in one arm

Kim, who is now studying to become a lawyer, was snapped chatting with Jeff as her husband posed unsmiling with Jared and the latter's fake head.

Solange Knowles was another one of the guests who disregarded the proscription on selfies, smiling for one with Ciara, who wore a glittering green Peter Dundas original.

These two could be spotted inside the exhibit mingling with tennis superstar Serena Williams, who compered the evening's festivities alongside former One Direction singer Harry Styles.

Imagine that conversation:Kim, who is now studying to become a lawyer, was snapped chatting with Jeff as her husband posed unsmiling with Jared and the latter's fake head

Captivated: The reality TV star seemed quite engrossed with the web mogul's company

Singing stars: Solange Knowles was another one of the guests who disregarded the proscription on selfies, smiling for one with Ciara, who wore a glittering green Peter Dundas original

Exquisite:These two could be spotted inside the exhibit mingling with tennis superstar Serena Williams, who compered the evening's festivities alongside former One Direction singer Harry Styles

Inside the museum, a massive display of towering flamingo figurines stood on top of a pink floral plinth that served as a backdrop for celebrities to get photographed.

These included Kim herself, who got together for a star-studded group shot with her two half-sisters and J-Lo in front of the wall of pink flowers.

Bella Hadid, flashing the flesh in her jeweled black peekaboo gown, hobnobbed with Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, who in a flourish of camp had two weddings and four receptions last year.

She also shared a laugh with Game Of Thrones star Sophie Turner, who this week had a surprise quickie marriage with Nick's brother Joe Jonas at the Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas.

What a setup:Inside the museum, a massive display of towering flamingo figurines stood on top of a pink floral plinth that served as a backdrop for celebrities to get photographed

Pink ladies: Elizabeth Debicki, Lena Dunham and Taylor Hill were among the famous figures at the Met Ball

Star power:These included Kim herself, who got together for a star-studded group shot with her two half-sisters and J-Lo in front of the wall of pink flowers

What a team:Bella Hadid, flashing the flesh in her jeweled black peekaboo gown, hobnobbed with Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, who in a flourish of camp had two weddings and four receptions last year

Connections:She also shared a laugh with Game Of Thrones star Sophie Turner, who this week had a surprise quickie marriage with Nick's brother Joe Jonas at the Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas

While Sophie was seated at a table next to her husband, she got a visit from Richard Madden, who played her character Sansa's brother Robb on Game Of Thrones.

Her elder sister Gigi, who preceded her into the modeling profession, slipped into a sizzling silver ensemble that included a feathered floor-length cape and a cap reminiscent of a scuba hood.

Oscar-nominated actress Hailee Steinfeld of True Grit and Pitch Perfect franchise fame got photographed in a tiered dress that read: 'NO PHOTOS PLEASE' over the skirts.

Reunited: While Sophie was seated at a table next to her husband, she got a visit from Richard Madden, who played her character Sansa's brother Robb on Game Of Thrones

Dakota Johnson, the Fifty Shades Of Grey star and daughter of Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson, posed between her 19-year-old half-sister Grace Johnson and Bella.

Miley Cyrus rocked an 1980s glam rock chic Yves Saint Laurent gown in black and green, getting in front of the floral backdrop with her new husband Liam Hemsworth, who wore head-to-toe black.

Big Little Lies star Zoe Kravitz, daughter of Lenny Kravitz, had a bit of a dance inside the party with Miley and transgender model Hari Nef.

Family time:Dakota Johnson, the Fifty Shades Of Grey star and daughter of Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson, posed between her 19-year-old half-sister Grace Johnson and Bella

Side by side: Gigi Hadid (left) and Hailee Steinfeld (right) strolled around the museum during the ball

Hello, gorgeous: Miley Cyrus rocked an 1980s glam rock chic Yves Saint Laurent gown in black and green, getting in front of the floral backdrop with her new husband Liam Hemsworth, who wore head-to-toe black

Shake a leg:Big Little Lies star Zoe Kravitz (left), daughter of Lenny Kravitz, had a bit of a dance inside the party with Miley and transgender model Hari Nef (center)

Hailey Baldwin left her own new husband Justin Bieber behind and posed up inside the Met with Alexander Wang, the designer behind her thong-flashing bubblegum pink gown.

She and her buddy Kendall managed to meet up inside the museum, putting on their best smoldering supermodel stares once a shutterbug caught sight of them.

Seth Meyers, whose outfit included a scarlet cross-body sash, got a bit of posing done with Black Panther heartthrob Michael B. Jordan, who was dressed in a custom Coach look.

Rami Malek could be seen shaking hands with Carey Mulligan as his actress girlfriend Lucy Boynton - his date to the annual party - looked on.

After dressing as a Swarovski crystal chandelier on the pink carpet, Katy Perry could be spotted inside the exhibit wandering around in a hamburger outfit.

Dapper as ever:Seth Meyers, whose outfit included a scarlet cross-body sash, got a bit of posing done with Black Panther heartthrob Michael B. Jordan, who was dressed in a custom Coach look

Thespian meet-up:Rami Malek could be seen shaking hands with Carey Mulligan as his actress girlfriend Lucy Boynton - his date to the annual party - looked on

Doing the rounds: Michael was yet another one of the attendees to come face to face with the dummy Jared head

The impresario:Hailey Baldwin left her own new husband Justin Bieber behind and posed up inside the Met with Alexander Wang, the designer behind her thong-flashing bubblegum pink gown

Professionals:She and her buddy Kendall managed to meet up inside the museum, putting on their best smoldering supermodel stares once a shutterbug caught sight of them

Delish:After dressing as a Swarovski crystal chandelier on the pink carpet, Katy Perry could be spotted inside the exhibit wandering around in a hamburger outfit

She looked the image of delight as she got snapped next to Daily Show hunk Trevor Noah, who pulled a slightly bemused face beside Katy for the camera.

The Olsen twins, Mary-Kate and Ashley, made a rare public appearance and swung by this year's Met Gala, posing in front of the floral plinth in matching Chanel frocks.

Awkwafina, whose star quotient was hugely elevated with the release of her film Crazy Rich Asians last year, also paid no attention to Anna's anti-selfie stance.

My Heart Will Go On songstress Celine Dion beamed as she posed near the event tables with Jennifer, Donatella Versace and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.

For the indoor bit of the event, Cardi B detached the train from her feathery quilted Thom Browne gown, which she had needed five gentlemen to help manage on the pink carpet.

The thrill of it all:She looked the image of delight as she got snapped next to Daily Show hunk Trevor Noah, who pulled a slightly bemused face beside Katy for the camera

Twinning: The Olsen twins, Mary-Kate and Ashley, made a rare public appearance and swung by this year's Met Gala, posing in front of the floral plinth in matching Chanel frocks

Golden girl:Awkwafina, whose star quotient was hugely elevated with the release of her film Crazy Rich Asians last year, also paid no attention to Anna's anti-selfie stance

Quartet:My Heart Will Go On songstress Celine Dion (second from left) beamed as she posed near the event tables with (from left) Jennifer, Donatella Versace and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

For the indoor bit of the event, Cardi B detached the train from her feathery quilted Thom Browne gown, which she had needed five gentlemen to help manage on the pink carpet

As seen on several ceelbrities' Insta Stories, Cher took the stage in a skintight see-through bodysuit with a swirling print - reminiscent of the legendary Bob Mackie number she wore to the 1974 Met Gala.

Cher was accompanied by a fleet of backup performers for a rendition of her smash hit 1998 single Believe, which got the famous faces in the crowd - such as Ashley Graham - standing up and dancing along.

The music diva and Oscar-winning actress, who recently released an ABBA cover album, also performed the Swedish band's song Waterloo during her set at the Met Ball.

Absolutely divine:As seen on Gwen Stefani and Ashley Graham's Insta Stories, Cher took the stage in a skintight see-through bodysuit with a swirling print - reminiscent of the legendary Bob Mackie number she wore to the 1974 Met Gala

A little help from her friends: Cher was accompanied by a fleet of backup performers for a rendition of her smash hit 1998 single Believe, which got the famous faces in the crowd - such as Ashley Graham - standing up and dancing along

What a setlist:The music diva and Oscar-winning actress, who recently released an ABBA cover album, also performed the Swedish band's song Waterloo during her set at the Met Ball

Showmanship: In addition to the translucent bodysuit, Cher's looks included a black blazer with a lace-trimmed pink blouse over a pair of casual faded jeans and a pink top

She threw a black leather jacket over her bodysuit for her performance, which took place in front of a brick archway that was lit up pink and blue as she sang in front of it.

In addition to the translucent bodysuit, Cher's looks included a black blazer with a lace-trimmed pink blouse over a pair of casual faded jeans and a pink top.

The blouse was by Givenchy, the jacket by Ann Demeulemeester, the jeans - which had Jolly Rogers embroidered onto them - by Relax and her shoes by Rene Caovilla.

While the bodysuit had been accompanied by a blue and black wig, the star look came with a platinum blonde hairdo that brought back the 1980s.

The last detail: The blouse was by Givenchy, the jacket by Ann Demeulemeester, the jeans - which had Jolly Rogers embroidered onto them - by Relax and her shoes by Rene Caovilla

Celebs sat down at tables during Cher's performance - as seen on Alex' Insta Stories, he was placed near Kylie and Kendall while desserts were served to the guests.

As Gwen showed her Instagram following on her Stories, Lady Gaga also spoke onstage during the Met Ball after cutting a showstopping figure on the pink carpet.

She appeared to be introducing her Haus Of Gaga dancers, who had accompanied her on the red carpet and who enraptured the audience by thundering through some energetic choreography onstage.

Zac Posen's Insta Stories offered a glimpse at some of the fun outside the event as well - Katie Holmes and her beau Jamie Foxx, as well as Andrew Garfield and Nina Dobrev, all danced in a party automobile together.

Chow down:Celebs sat down at tables during Cher's performance - as seen on Alex' Insta Stories, he was placed near Kylie and Kendall while desserts were served to the guests

Having a taste: Alex filmed his future wife enjoying a bite of some of the food served to guests

What a night:As Gwen showed her Instagram following on her Stories, Lady Gaga also spoke onstage during the Met Ball after cutting a showstopping figure on the pink carpet

Making a splash:She appeared to be introducing her Haus Of Gaga dancers, who had accompanied her on the red carpet and who enraptured the audience by thundering through some energetic choreography onstage

Conversion: Serena's long flowing gown was converted into a strapless top and pair of boots for her hosting duties

Katie can:Zac Posen's Insta Stories offered a glimpse at some of the fun outside the event as well - Katie Holmes and her beau Jamie Foxx, as well as Andrew Garfield and Nina Dobrev, all danced in a party automobile together

Hot couple: The duo, who went public with their romance in 2017, could also be seen posing side by side inside the party

Pop stars meet: Over on social media, Katy was seen clambering into her hamburger outfit in view of J-Lo

For a cause:The invitation-only event, famed for its A-list celebrities and haute couture gowns, is a benefit for museum and also marks the opening of the Costume Institute's annual fashion exhibit

Splashy: The place settings for the Met Ball are seen here in daytime lighting before the event took place

Inside the invite-only Met Gala: Anna Wintour approves the guest list... and stars pay $35,000 per seat

Anna Wintour has the final say over each person on the guest list

The annual Met Gala extravaganza raises money for the museum's Costume Institute kicks off the Met's annual major fashion exhibition -- look out, because the theme is 'camp.'

And the more outrageous the outfit, the better for the Met Gala red carpet, where the A-listers strut their stuff, usually in the most eye-popping ensemble they can find to match the theme.

Last year, Rihanna showed up in full papal-esque regalia, and Madonna wore a regal black gown - with a see-through cross in the bodice - to go along with the 'Heavenly Bodies' concept.

Want a seat? They go for $35,000 a piece.

Attendance is by invitation only, and word has it that Vogue editor extraordinaire Anna Wintour has the final say over each person on the guest list.

Organizers did reveal a smattering of names last month -- members of the so-called 'host committee' -- and so expect to see Jennifer Lopez, Bradley Cooper, Katy Perry and Priyanka Chopra.

Wintour co-chairs the event this year with an eclectic mix of boldface names -- Gucci designer Alessandro Michele, pop diva Lady Gaga, British singer Harry Styles and tennis superstar Serena Williams.

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Met Gala 2019 theme: So what does 'Notes on Camp' mean...?

Lady Gaga's dream theme! The pop star embraced 'camp' on the Met Gala red carpet

So what exactly is 'camp'?

The museum's exhibition is based on 'Notes on Camp,' an essay written in 1964 by American author Susan Sontag.

'Camp is by nature subversive (...) confronting and challenging the status quo,' the Costume Institute's head curator Andrew Bolton said Monday at a press event about the exhibition before the gala.

'In the end, the purpose of camp is to put a smile on our faces and a warm glow in our hearts.'

Some of the items in the exhibition might best explain the theme: the 'swan dress' worn by Bjork to the Oscars, a glittering costume worn by flamboyant US singer Liberace, a shower head necklace designed by the late Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe in the 1980s.

'We're experiencing a resurgence of camp -- not just in fashion, but in culture in general,' said Bolton.

'Camp tends to come to the fore in moments of social and political instability. The 1960s was one such moment as were the 1980s.'

The exhibition 'Camp: Notes on Fashion' -- a play on the title of Sontag's essay -- formally opens at the Met on Thursday and runs through September 8.

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Inside the Met Gala: J-Lo and Kim K flout no-selfie rule as Cher sings (2024)

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Are selfies allowed at Met Gala? ›

The Met Gala is considered one of the most glamorous nights in fashion, but did you know the attendees must follow strict rules? That's right, Anna Wintour has established a stern set of guidelines over the years. One of the most surprising is that attendees aren't allowed to take selfies at the event.

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(L-R) Designer Domenico Dolce, singer Jennifer Lopez, and designer Stefano Gabbana attend the 'Dangerous Liaisons: Fashion and Furniture in the 18th Century' Costume Institute gala at the Metropolitan Museum. Her black gown with semi-sheer detailing and lace embellishments was designed by Dolce & Gabbana.

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As the 2023 Met Gala honored the late Karl Lagerfeld, Kardashian fulfilled the theme with a custom Schiaparelli haute couture design by Daniel Roseberry. Her outfit — a draped skirt and top adorned with more than 50,000 freshwater pearls and 16,000 crystal pearls — took a dozen crafters 1,000 hours to prepare.

What is Met Gala's biggest rule? ›

One of the main rules, that helps to keep the allure and mystery of the Met Gala alive is the fact that what happens inside is so secretive thanks to the no-phone rule -- and by extension no social media -- that all invitees must abide by, according to Vogue.com.

Why can't spouses sit together at the Met Gala? ›

Strict seating arrangements

According to Ward Durrett, spouses are never seated next to each other. “The whole point of these things is to meet new people, and to be interested in what others are doing. What's the point if you come here to hang out with your husband?” she added.

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Like both of his famous exes, Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt has also never attended the event.

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Jennifer Lopez attends the 2024 Met Gala on May 6, 2024. As if the dress wasn't dazzling enough, Lopez sported a knockout set of Tiffany & Co. jewels, including a bracelet, earrings and a statement necklace adorned with one large diamond more than 20 carats.

How much is a Met Gala ticket? ›

Wealthy celebrities and brands snap up all the available tickets and tables at the charity benefit. An individual ticket goes for around $75,000 (£60,000), more than the average down payment on a house. A 10-seat table starts at $350,000. In 1995, Ms Wintour's first year overseeing the event, a ticket cost just $1,000.

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Indian fashion entrepreneur Mona Patel WINS the Met Gala 2024 in jaw-dropping creation with moving butterfly wings - WATCH. At the Met Gala 2024, several Indian divas graced the green carpet in their most fashionable attire.

Can anyone go to the Met Gala? ›

In order to attend the Met Gala, you must be invited (and just because you were invited once, that doesn't guarantee entry every year!). Celebrities, sports stars, fashion figures and other prominent pop culture names of today are among the prestigious bunch who receive invites.

Can you take photos at the Met Gala? ›

Unauthorized photoshoots and staged photography (photo/film shoots, modeling shoots, engagement shoots) are not permitted. Photographs and video taken at The Met cannot be published, sold, reproduced, transferred, distributed, or otherwise commercially exploited in any manner whatsoever.

Why can't you take selfies at The Met? ›

The Museum reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to withhold and/or withdraw permission to photograph on its premises or to reproduce photographs of objects in its collections. Visitors to The Met may be photographed, videotaped, or otherwise recorded.

Are cell phones allowed at Met Gala? ›

She also revealed that attendees are not permitted to bring cell phones to the event. "It's often wonderful to hear people say after dinner, 'Oh, we had the most wonderful conversations. ' That's the idea, that life can exist without a picture on your cell phone," Wintour said.

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