'A Billionaire Circus': Met Gala 'Quietly Slashing Costs as It Struggles to Sell Out' - Amid Backlash Surrounding Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Involvement

The reduced interest is partly due to the involvement of Amazon Billionaire Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sanchez, as honorary co-chairs and lead sponsors, while lead chairperson Anna Wintour works to maintain the gala's relevance amid shifting cultural dynamics. The demand just isn't there," an insider told Rob Shuter about the 2026 gala, noting that fashion brands previously paid a $350,000 premium per table for the 2024 and 2025 events, a price that has proven unsustainable.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy