Nicole Kidman and Beyoncé broke a key Met Gala rule at this year's event on May 4 by bringing their underage daughters. The Met Gala enforces an age restriction of 18 and over, but both stars attended with their daughters, who made their debuts on the red carpet.
Kidman posed with her 17-year-old daughter Sunday Rose, whose 18th birthday is two months away. Beyoncé attended with her 14-year-old daughter Blue Ivy. Organisers have previously stated that the event is not appropriate for those under 18.
The actress and singer served as co-chairs at this year's event alongside Venus Williams. The Met Gala 2026 theme was Costume Art, exploring the interplay between fashion and art with around 400 works from The Met's collection. Co-chairs help plan and promote the event, shape the guest list, and speak at the gala.
Sunday Rose wore a pink Dior gown with a bandeau neckline, form-fitting skirt, and floral feathered appliqués, styled with matching earrings. Blue Ivy wore a white corseted Balenciaga gown with a dramatic cape, bejewelled silver heels, and a diamond-encrusted necklace.
Despite receiving invites, celebrities must pay for tickets, which cost approximately $75,000, typically covered by the brand dressing them. Other rules include no selfies or social media during the event, and guests must sit at designated tables. Curator Andrew Bolton noted that smoking in the galleries or touching artwork would ensure you are never invited back.
