Rupert Murdoch and Wendi Deng's daughters, Grace and Chloe, bore a striking resemblance to their glamorous mother as they graced the 2026 Met Gala red carpet on Monday evening. Accompanied by Wendi, 57, who was Rupert's third wife, the billionaire heiresses captivated onlookers in coordinated, oriental-inspired gowns by the couture house Ashi Studio.
Grace's Gothic Elegance
Grace, aged 25, commanded attention in a dramatic black lace gown featuring a sheer, structured overlay at the bodice that evoked the shape of a handheld fan. The fan's base was adorned with a dangling chain, which Grace held gracefully with one hand. The ensemble's column skirt, also layered in black lace, lent a gothic edge to the look. She accessorised with diamond drop earrings and a matching necklace, while her hair was styled in a sleek up-do. Her makeup featured smoky black eye shadow and plum lipstick, accentuating her facial features.
Chloe's Bird of Paradise Inspiration
Chloe, 23, opted for a black strapless gown embellished with bird of paradise-inspired embroidery, intricate silver beading, and a scalloped sweetheart neckline. Her look was complemented by a statement necklace and matching drop earrings, with makeup that included winged eyeliner and dark pink lipstick. Her hair was pulled back in a style similar to her older sister's.
Wendi's Complementary Gown
Standing proudly between her daughters, Wendi wore a strapless colour-blocked gown also by Ashi Studio. The dress featured a fan-shaped lavender panel at the corset that gradually faded into a blush pink skirt. Delicate, nature-inspired beadwork resembling branches, blossoms, and reeds swept across the fabric. She swept her hair up and accessorised with large pink diamond earrings and statement eye makeup.
Family Background
Wendi was Rupert's third wife, following Patricia Brooker (married 1956 to 1967) and Anna Maria Torv (married 1967 to 1999). After a 14-year marriage, Rupert and Wendi divorced in 2013. Rupert later married model Jerry Hall in 2016, but they split in 2022. He is currently married to his fifth wife, Elena Zhukova. Wendi has also made headlines for her romantic life. In 2014, a love note she wrote to Tony Blair was published in Vanity Fair, in which she admired his 'good body' and 'piercing blue eyes'. The former prime minister, godfather to Grace, strongly denied any affair. Wendi remains on good terms with Rupert, famously defending him in 2011 by lunging at a foam pie-throwing protester.
