Lauren Sanchez, 56, and Jeff Bezos, 62, appeared more in love than ever as they shared a tender kiss inside the 2026 Met Gala on Monday night, despite the Amazon tycoon not walking the red carpet with his bride. The couple were photographed embracing in a passionate moment, with Sanchez's mouth curling into a smile during the public display of affection.
Sponsorship and Role at the Gala
Sanchez and Bezos served as lead sponsors and honorary co-chairs for this year's event, alongside co-chairs Anna Wintour, Beyonce, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams. According to Page Six, the couple allegedly contributed at least $10 million to sponsor the prestigious fashion night.
Sanchez's Stunning Ensemble
On the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Sanchez dazzled in a curve-hugging navy blue gown by Schiaparelli. The dress featured off-the-shoulder silver straps and a very low-cut neckline. The back showcased lace-up corset detailing with a flowing skirt. She accessorized with large diamond earrings and wore her hair in loose waves. Bezos, however, did not appear on the red carpet.
Theme and Dress Code
This year's dress code was "Fashion is Art," a specific guideline complementing the overall theme "Costume Art." The event precedes the museum's spring exhibition, opening May 10, which pairs historical and contemporary garments from the Costume Institute. The exhibition is loosely divided into three categories: the classical body and nude body, aging bodies and pregnant bodies, and the anatomical body.
Notable Attendees
The A-list guest list included Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Bad Bunny, and billionaires like Michael Bloomberg, Meta's Mark Zuckerberg, and Isha Ambani. Actress Blake Lively, who settled her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni on May 4, made a surprise appearance in archival Versace. Despite the dress code, many stars missed the mark, while others like Sarah Paulson made social commentary statements. Even new Vogue editor Chloe Malle raised eyebrows with her ensemble.
Anna Wintour's New Role
This gala marked the first under Anna Wintour's new role as Vogue's global creative director and chief content officer for Conde Nast, as Chloe Malle took over as head of editorial content for US Vogue. However, the two were barely seen together on the red carpet; Malle arrived solo early in the night wearing a marigold-orange chiffon gown by New York designer Colleen Allen, paired with Old-Hollywood curls and a silver charm necklace by Fred Leighton jewelry. The dress was inspired by "Flaming June," a classical painting by Sir Frederic Leighton.
Malle's Profile of Sanchez
Interestingly, Malle was one of the first journalists to profile Sanchez, providing an intimate look at the Bezoses after their engagement. The story, published in November 2023, featured Sanchez gushing about her relationship with the billionaire. The couple wed in a lavish Venetian wedding in June 2025, attended by high-profile guests like Ivanka Trump, Kris Jenner, and Kim Kardashian. In an April interview with The New York Times, Sanchez said she'd have a baby 'tomorrow' with Bezos, though her spokeswoman later clarified she is not pregnant.
