The most viral MET Gala moments you almost forgot

*Thud* – the sound of stilettos thumping on the mighty stairs, surrounded by long lenses and dramatic hair flips, has caused enough jaw drops on social media. The MET Gala, the night when fashion takes over New York (and the world), has been the ritualistic event for all the fashion fanatics to judge the pieces left and right. Over the years, some delivered the absolute epicness that shook the core, but there were a couple of looks that made the netizens think, “At least they tried.” However, what didn’t change is the virality of some looks that left people stunned – for better or worse. Let’s take a peek down memory lane and look at the most viral MET Gala moments that you must’ve forgotten about!

The drip stole the show! Adorned with diamonds, Doja Cat walked the stairs in her long white t-shirt dress, marking a fine line for the dangerous territory. Why did the dress become the talk of the town? The dress seemed to be soaking wet with the gel. The poetic feel was surely matched with the sparkles, as the glittery grey mascara dripped all over her face, over her smoky eye make-up to mimic tears. With the blonde buzz-cut and mellow mood, the look was all over the internet.

Who doesn’t love to walk while holding their own head like it’s beheaded on the red carpet? Jared Leto certainly does, as he brought a replica of his face and posed at the MET stairs while looking at it from different angles. Donning a stunning red high-neck gown with embellished diamonds, he had one of the most jaw-dropping accessories that night. The moment served as a classic fashion moment on the internet, after all, even the hair waves matched his real look.

The eyerolls, scoffs, and backlash? Unmatched. Kim Kardashian chose to wear Marilyn Monroe’s “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” dress on the stairs of the MET Gala. In her personal life, she faced criticism for going through a severe diet and weight loss methods. Meanwhile, some even claimed the dress had slight damage. However, the reality star had her blonde hair and innate aura to pose in the historical artefact.

Lights, camera, and Zendaya turning into a lit-up Cinderella. With her stylist, Zendaya wore the dress that turned its lights up after being activated, illusioning the magical transformation of vibrant blue. While some had their doubts, the dress stands to be experimental and a newer approach at the New York fashion scene. The little details of the glass slipper on the staircase, and the carriage as her purse came and conquered the night. The clip of her transformation instantly went viral on the internet.

Rules? They are simply made to be broken. Kylie Jenner posed with numerous guests, including P. Diddy, Kim Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, A$AP Rocky, Brie Larson, and more, in the MET Gala’s bathroom – and posted the picture on her social media in 2017. To keep the event private, the official rulebook has mentioned ‘no phone’ and ‘no selfies.’ However, it wouldn’t be a party if there were no selfies – and Jenner knows it.

Last but not least, an honorary mention goes to Mr. Cockroach from the family of pests, who made a repeated appearance on the MET stairs in 2023. Without a doubt, the photographers were keen enough to shoot the presence. Some netizens even created a meme of the cockroach posing in the dress. The debut certainly became the star of the evening – and viral in no time.