Breaking:Lewis Hamilton’s Role at the 2025 Met Gala Explained…read more

Breaking:Lewis Hamilton’s Role at the 2025 Met Gala Explained…read more

Lewis Hamilton is no stranger to the spotlight—known for his record-breaking Formula 1 career, advocacy work, and forays into film production and fashion. In 2025, the British racing legend adds another prestigious title to his growing portfolio: co-chair of the Met Gala, one of fashion’s most elite and glamorous events.

This year’s Met Gala is set to take place today, Monday, May 5, 2025, at 6 p.m. ET at its traditional venue—the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Known for drawing some of the biggest global stars in fashion, music, film, and sports, the Met Gala also serves as a major fundraising event for the museum’s Costume Institute. Each year, the gala is themed, encouraging guests to wear outfits that push boundaries and celebrate creativity. Past themes such as “Punk: Chaos to Couture,” “Heavenly Bodies,” and “Camp: Notes on Fashion” have become iconic moments in fashion history.

Hamilton joins a star-studded lineup of co-chairs that includes acclaimed actor Colman Domingo, music icons Pharrell Williams and A$AP Rocky, and basketball legend LeBron James, who serves as an honorary chair. The event continues to be led by fashion powerhouse Anna Wintour, who has served as co-chair since 1995 and remains deeply involved in curating every detail—from the guest list to the overall aesthetic.

The theme for the 2025 Met Gala, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” honors Black fashion, culture, and identity. Inspired by Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity, this year’s event pays tribute to the richness and innovation of Black style across the African diaspora.

Hamilton, who has long used his platform to highlight underrepresented voices, previously made headlines in 2021 for purchasing an entire Met Gala table to spotlight emerging Black designers. Now, as co-chair, he plays a central role in orchestrating the event’s finer details. This includes collaborating with fellow co-chairs on the evening’s programming, assisting with menu planning, and influencing the venue’s décor alongside interior designers. Co-chairs may also deliver speeches or participate in performances during the gala dinner.

Hamilton’s connection to the fashion world is well established. He’s collaborated with several luxury brands and was appointed Dior’s brand ambassador in mid-2024, further solidifying his status as a style icon.

The 2025 host committee reflects the gala’s theme by celebrating a range of Black talent across industries. Members include Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, award-winning actress Ayo Edebiri, rapper Doechii, pop sensation Tyla, acclaimed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and playwright Jeremy O. Harris. Music legends Usher, Janelle Monáe, and André 3000 are also lending their star power to the committee. Ahead of the event, Vogue and GQ partnered to feature this influential group in a special series of photoshoots.

How to Watch the 2025 Met Gala:
While attendance is strictly by invitation—often at the discretion of Anna Wintour—fans around the world can still enjoy the glamorous arrivals. For UK viewers and international audiences, Vogue will livestream the red carpet on its YouTube channel and other digital platforms. In the U.S., the event will be broadcast on Peacock and E! Online.

Social media is also a major part of the Met Gala experience, with photos and videos circulating rapidly across platforms like Instagram and Twitter. Vogue’s red carpet correspondent, YouTube star Emma Chamberlain, returns for another year to conduct interviews with arriving celebrities—a tradition since her popular debut in 2021.

With Hamilton helping shape this year’s landmark celebration of Black fashion, the 2025 Met Gala promises to be both a cultural statement and a night of unforgettable style.