Beyoncé, Kidman, and Williams Confirmed as Co-Chairs for Met Gala 2026

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has officially ratified the lineup of co-chairs set to preside over the highly anticipated Met Gala in 2026. This signature fundraising event is scheduled for May 4th and will coincide with the unveiling of the Costume Institute's spring exhibition, aptly titled “Costume Art.”

Steering this landmark philanthropic gathering, alongside the ever-present Vogue editor Anna Wintour, will be global superstar Beyoncé, acclaimed actress Nicole Kidman, and tennis icon Venus Williams. This selection marks a significant moment, signaling Beyoncé’s return to the gala after a decade-long absence from the event.

Beyoncé’s highly anticipated reappearance aligns perfectly with the conclusion of her massive undertaking, the “Cowboy Carter Tour.” This tour commenced on April 28, 2025, in Inglewood, California, and wrapped up on July 26 in Paradise, Nevada. The extensive run featured thirty-two performances supporting her eighth studio album, which debuted in 2024.

For both Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams, who are familiar faces at the Met Gala, this shared leadership role underscores their enduring influence within the cultural sphere. Williams’ appointment comes at a time when she has recently made a notable return to professional tennis at the age of 45. Demonstrating her persistent dedication to the sport, Williams competed in the 2025 US Open, advancing all the way to the quarterfinals in the women's doubles competition.

The roster for the 2026 committee is robust, featuring several other high-profile figures. Anthony Vaccarello, the creative director for Saint Laurent, and actress Zoë Kravitz are also slated to serve as co-chairs. Their presence alongside the main quartet promises a night of high fashion and prestige.

Furthermore, the committee boasts an impressive array of celebrity talent contributing to the event’s prestige. This group includes Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Gwendoline Christie, Misty Copeland, Elizabeth Debicki, Lisa of Blackpink fame, Sam Smith, Paloma Elsesser, and numerous other notable personalities who will help shape the evening’s proceedings.

The selection of these co-chairs suggests a dynamic and multifaceted approach to curating the evening, blending music royalty, cinematic elegance, athletic prowess, and high fashion leadership. The combination of returning veterans and influential newcomers ensures that the Met Gala 2026 will be one of the most talked-about cultural events of the year, setting a high bar for fashion and fundraising.