Playboi Carti Claims He Was Banned from the 2025 Met Gala: “Felt Like We Got Kicked Out of Prom”
Playboi Carti has sparked headlines after claiming he was banned from attending this year’s prestigious Met Gala — a statement that has stirred curiosity and confusion among fans and fashion insiders alike.
In a now-viral Instagram post, the “Magnolia” hitmaker wrote:
“MET GALA BANNED ME FELT LIKE WE GOT KICKED OUT OF PROM BUT WE GOOD [GIO] WITH ME IM A HAPPY MAN FuCK EM.”
Carti didn’t provide any further context or explanation for the alleged ban, leaving followers speculating as to what might have led to his exclusion. The lack of detail makes the claim even more puzzling given that Carti’s longtime friend and frequent collaborator A$AP Rocky was one of the official co-chairs of this year’s Gala.
Despite Carti’s post, neither the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute nor Vogue — under the stewardship of Anna Wintour, the event’s longtime curator — has publicly commented on the rapper’s claim. As of now, it’s unclear whether the ban was official, last-minute, or due to personal reasons.
If true, Carti would join a short list of public figures who have been notably barred from the Met Gala — a group that famously includes former U.S. President Donald Trump, whom Anna Wintour once confirmed she would never invite to the event again.
The 2025 Met Gala, held on Monday, May 5, was a major spectacle as usual, drawing A-list celebrities from fashion, film, and music. Among the night’s biggest headlines was the surprise pregnancy reveal by Rihanna, who appeared late on the red carpet with a pronounced baby bump. This marks the third child for the superstar and A$AP Rocky, who spoke briefly about the news to reporters.
“It is time to just show the people what we were cooking up,” Rocky said with a smile. “I’m glad everybody’s happy for us because we’re definitely happy.”
While Rihanna kept her appearance brief and skipped interviews, she turned heads in a sculptural white gown and matching floral headpiece — a signature RiRi move that dominated headlines and social feeds.
Adding to the night’s unexpected moments was the surprise musical drop from André 3000. The OutKast legend arrived in a statement blue suit and red hat, carrying a small keyboard slung over his shoulder. He later confirmed the release of his new EP, 7 Piano Sketches, a collection of instrumental tracks recorded nearly a decade ago.
“The original title was The Best Worst Rap Album In History,” André wrote in a message shared online. “It’s jokingly the worst because there are no lyrics. It’s the best because it’s the freest I’ve ever felt.”
Also turning heads at the Gala were Rihanna and Ciara, who reunited publicly for the first time since their highly publicized Twitter feud in the 2010s — a sign that time truly heals all in the world of entertainment.
As for Playboi Carti, whether his Met Gala ban was real, symbolic, or a cryptic dig at fashion’s elite, the rapper seems unfazed. His post, laced with frustration but ending on a note of contentment, suggests he’s focused more on his inner circle than red carpets.
With new music rumors swirling and his fan base as loyal as ever, Carti clearly doesn’t need a Met Gala invite to make headlines — he just needs an Instagram post.
