Katy Perry sparked buzz at the 2025 Met Gala by appearing only through AI, following backlash over her Blue Origin trip.
Katy Perry is making headlines once more after her absence from the 2025 Met Gala.
Just weeks after facing backlash for her Blue Origin space trip, she has found herself in the spotlight for a different reason.
Katy Perry goes viral again by using AI image for 2025 Met Gala appearance
Even though Perry did not attend the Met Gala this year, AI-generated images of her at the event went viral.
These realistic pictures showed her wearing a striking black latex gown with a unique cut-out blazer bodice.
The images appeared to be so real that many social media users thought they were genuine photos of the star.
Fans quickly took to platforms like X to express their admiration for the AI version of Perry, calling her the “best dressed” of the night.
Some even went so far as to label her the “Queen of the Met Gala,” praising her standout look over actual attendees like Kim Kardashian and Gigi Hadid.
Fans quickly recognize the AI trickery
While many were fooled by the stunning images, Perry’s loyal fans quickly identified them as AI creations.
One user pointed out a flaw in the design, noting how the dress seemed to blend into her skin in one of the photos.
This detail helped confirm that the images were not real.
Additionally, fans noted that Perry was not on the official guest list for the gala.
One user said: Did she turn up in her Astronaut Costume lol
The second user wrote: Anything for PR
The third user said: Absolutely the best outfit of the night! Avant- garde but enough mainstream to actually sell in a collection. Compared to Kim it’s a winner!
The fourth user added: Very creative dress and following the theme of the gala.
Perry is getting ready for her tour.
There are several reasons why Perry may not have attended the Met Gala.
She is currently gearing up for the North American leg of her Lifetimes Tour, which starts this week.
This commitment likely took priority over attending the star-studded event.
Last year, when Perry also skipped the Met Gala, AI images of her also gained popularity.
Fans created beautiful fake photos of her in a dramatic floral gown, which quickly circulated online.
Perry embraced the situation by sharing some of these AI images on her Instagram, joking about how her mom was fooled by them.
Katy Perry’s Met Gala history
Katy Perry has a long history with the Met Gala, having attended the event nine times since her debut in 2009.
However, she hasn’t been present since 2022.
Her absence this year is notable, especially considering the many other celebrities who also chose not to attend.
Along with Perry, several other big names missed the 2025 Met Gala.
Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Lady Gaga were among the notable absentees.
This left fans wondering about the reasons behind their absence from such a significant event in the fashion world.
The Met Gala theme for 2025
The 2025 Met Gala took place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Each year, the event follows a specific theme, and this year’s was “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.”
This theme was inspired by the work of Monica Miller, who has written about Black dandyism and its impact on identity.
Monica Miller is a professor at Barnard College, and her work focuses on how fashion can challenge perceptions of identity, especially in the context of Black culture.
The exhibit accompanying the gala showcased various garments, paintings, and photographs that highlighted the fashion of Black men.
The Met Gala 2025 was co-chaired by a group of influential figures, including Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Colman Domingo, Pharrell Williams, and Anna Wintour.
LeBron James served as the honorary chair for this year’s event.
This year’s gala was particularly focused on menswear, marking 22 years since the last gala dedicated solely to men’s fashion.