Anna Wintour, Sam Smith Lead Met Gala 2026 Hotel Departures
Stars Depart Mark Hotel for Met Gala 2026 Red Carpet

Before the Met Gala red carpet, celebrities gathered at the Mark Hotel to prepare for the event. Anna Wintour was the first to depart, followed by gala co-chair Venus Williams. Sam Smith, Naomi Osaka, and Jordan Roth were also seen leaving the hotel en route to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Met Gala 2026: A Night of Fashion and Glamour

The Met Gala 2026 red carpet showcased the best looks in pictures, with attendees displaying a range of stunning outfits. Fashion's Faustian pact was also highlighted, with discussions on the high cost of Jeff Bezos's Met Gala patronage.

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