The ultimate outrageousness at Met Gala 2026: Cardi B’s bizarre outfit, Katy Perry transformed into AI, yet still pales in comparison to one female star who looked like a lifelike statue.
The Met Gala 2026 was truly a playground for those who liked to show off and be extravagant in the showbiz world.
On the morning of May 5th (Vietnam time), the Met Gala 2026 officially opened at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York (USA), much to the anticipation of millions of fans worldwide. The event brought together a host of famous stars such as the four members of BLACKPINK, Kylie and Kendall Jenner, Anne Hathaway, Hailey Bieber, Kim Kardashian, and many more. Besides the stunning and impressive designs that captivated the audience, the biggest fashion event on the planet was also a showcase of unconventional, bizarre, unique, and rebellious outfits.
When it comes to showing off and being extremely flamboyant at this year’s Met Gala, no one can outshine Cardi B, Katy Perry, Heidi Klum, Sarah Paulson, Janelle Monae… Among them, supermodel Heidi Klum left everyone wide-eyed and shocked with her unrecognizable, “outrageous” transformation into a lifelike marble statue on the red carpet.
Heidi Klum


Heidi Klum caused a sensation with her Met Gala 2026 appearance, arguably unmatched by anyone else. The superstar transformed herself into a lifelike marble statue on the red carpet. Photo: Instagram.
Cardi B


In terms of uniqueness and eccentricity, “people’s comedian” Cardi B’s outfit is no less bizarre than Heidi Klum’s. Her ensemble, with its huge chunks of fabric, lace overlays, and patches of different colors, left people utterly baffled. Photo: Instagram.

Across the internet, netizens are buzzing about Cardi B’s bizarre and indefinable outfit. Many are calling the rapper a “muscular woman” for carrying two “weights” to the Met Gala 2026.
Katy Perry


After two years of not attending the Met Gala and being subjected to so much AI-generated imagery, Katy Perry decided to transform herself into an AI on the red carpet this year, the “Oscars of fashion.” On social media, netizens jokingly commented that Katy Perry’s look was perfect for an introvert attending a crowded event. Photo: Instagram.



Katy Perry looked radiant and confident as she removed her mask on the red carpet. Recently, she has been embroiled in numerous personal scandals, including accusations of sexual harassment. Photo: Instagram, X.
Janelle Monae


Janelle Monae in a dress wrapped in electrical wires and cables – a bizarre yet artistic and eye-catching outfit. Photo: Instagram.
Sarah Paulson


Sarah Paulson, with her “very topical” look, smashed a banknote on her face. On social media, netizens humorously commented on the actress’s red carpet outfit, saying: “I love money, money comes to me.” Photos: Getty Images, Met Gala.
Gwendoline Christie


Gwendoline Christie created a “two-faced” persona by wearing a mask on the red carpet.
Bad Bunny


This year, Bad Bunny transformed into a “grandpa” for the Met Gala. People were wide-eyed at his incredibly realistic portrayal of an old man; no one could recognize the rapper, born in 1994, without reading the caption. Photo: Instagram.
Sam Smith


Sam Smith wore a flamboyant female costume, transforming himself into a raven on the Met Gala red carpet. Photo: Instagram.