Met Gala 2026 Bombarded by Boycott Calls Over Bezos Sponsorship
Summary
The 2026 Met Gala in New York City, themed "Costume Art," saw celebrities showcasing their fashion on the red carpet, while also facing boycott calls and protests over Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos's sponsorship.
How coverage differs
Left outlets focused on the visual spectacle and celebrity fashion, while right outlets highlighted the boycott calls over Jeff Bezos's sponsorship and criticized the attending "Hollywood Elite.
- Left: Activists decry Bezos's influence on Met Gala's lavish spectacle Left-leaning outlets primarily focused on the visual spectacle of the event, showcasing the 'most striking red carpet looks' from celebrities at the New York City Met Gala.
- Center: Met Gala's artistic fashion overshadowed by sponsorship controversy Center outlets provided straightforward coverage of the Met Gala, focusing on the fashion and 'looks turning heads' on the red carpet without significant political commentary or emphasis on controversy.
- Right: Hollywood's biggest night faces backlash for controversial billionaire sponsor Right-leaning outlets highlighted the significant controversy surrounding the 2026 Met Gala, focusing on the 'boycott calls' and protests over Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos's sponsorship, criticizing the 'Hollywood Elite' attending the event.