The 2026 Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, was not only a showcase of fashion but also a site of protest. A protester broke through security lines, attempting to reach the red carpet before being tackled by police. This disruption was part of a larger backlash against billionaire Jeff Bezos, who was named an honorary chair of the event alongside his wife, Lauren Sánchez Bezos. Critics accused Bezos of trying to influence the prestigious gala, leading to speculation that some high-profile attendees might boycott the event. Outside the venue, demonstrators carried signs with messages like 'billionaires for a dead planet' and 'tax the rich,' emphasizing their concerns over wealth inequality. Additionally, a group called Everyone Hates Elon staged a separate protest by placing 300 bottles of fake urine inside the museum, referencing allegations of poor working conditions at Amazon. Inside, the gala remained focused on its theme, 'Costume Art,' which examined the relationship between clothing and culture, featuring co-chairs such as Beyoncé and Nicole Kidman.