A major financial commitment from one of the world’s wealthiest individuals is set to shape the 2026 Met Gala. Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sánchez, have been confirmed as the principal sponsors for next year’s event, granting them significant influence over the prestigious guest list.
The annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, renowned for its extravagant celebrity fashion displays, will take place on May 4 in New York City. While the event’s creative direction remains under the stewardship of its longtime chair, Anna Wintour, the new financial backing introduces a notable shift in its patronage.
The sponsorship announcement follows the recent revelation of the 2026 Gala’s theme: “Costume Art.” Curators described the concept as an exploration of fashion’s intrinsic link to the human form, positioning wearable design as a fundamental art form. An accompanying exhibition will feature both traditional artworks and fashion pieces to illustrate this connection.
Attendance at the exclusive event carries a substantial price tag, with individual tickets reportedly costing up to $75,000. The guest roster typically includes a wide array of prominent figures from entertainment, fashion, music, and public life.
The couple, who married in 2025, did not attend this year’s gala but were present together in 2024. Their new role as benefactors marks their deepening involvement in one of the fashion calendar’s most watched occasions.
