Met Gala Turns into Amazon Prime Dance Party

The 2026 has been dubbed the Amazon Prime Gala by fans as video of host 's 'mom dancing' was declared the final nail in the coffin for the event's credibility.

's annual fashion extravaganza was mired in controversy from the moment it was announced in November 2025 that Lauren and her Amazon founder husband would serve as lead sponsors and honorary chairs.

On Monday Lauren opened the event, taking prime position beside former Vogue editor-in-chief Anna and co-chair as the blue carpet at Manhattan's Metropolitan Museum of Art was officially opened.

Fans were left aghast though as the event, which costs upwards of $75k for a single ticket, opened with 'cruise ship-style' entertainment.

Lauren, Anna, and Nicole were greeted with a performance from actor and singer Joshua Henry, who along with a 12-person choir, belted out a rendition of I Wanna Dance with Somebody by .

In video captured by the Daily Mail, a giddy Lauren was seen clearly enjoying the performance, dancing along to the music, but Met Gala fans were left shocked by the change of tone.

'It’s giving Carnival Cruise lines,' decided one, and another agreed asking: 'Why did anyone think a cruise ship cover band was a good idea?!?'

'Looks like the cool kids need to start a new event. This one is donnnnne,' declared another commentator on Instagram.

'The farewell party for Anna Wintour's credibility' and 'This is the tackiest thing I’ve ever seen. Money can’t buy you class' were other comments whilst many said: 'It's giving welcome to the Amazon Prime Gala'. 

The night didn't get much better, as devastated fans took to social media to blast the gala as the 'worst' one ever, slamming the 'cheap' outfits and sharing their outrage over the 'tacky' guest list.

In video captured by the Daily Mail, a giddy Lauren was seen clearly enjoying the performance, dancing along to the music, but Met Gala fans were left shocked by the change of tone