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From Zendaya to Meryl Streep: Celebrities Who Canceled Their Attendance at the Met Gala 2026
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From Zendaya to Meryl Streep: Celebrities Who Canceled Their Attendance at the Met Gala 2026

From El Universal · (15m ago) Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Several high-profile celebrities, including Zendaya and Meryl Streep, have canceled their attendance at the Met Gala 2026.
  • Zendaya reportedly declined due to exhaustion from recent work, while Streep's team stated the event is not her style.
  • Other notable absences include Bella Hadid, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Sadie Sink, with rumors linking some cancellations to financial backing of the event.

The Met Gala, a pinnacle of fashion and celebrity, is set to unfold, but this year's event will be notably missing some of its most anticipated attendees. The surprise cancellations of stars like Zendaya, who has become a red carpet darling, and the legendary Meryl Streep have left fashion enthusiasts buzzing.

Zendaya's absence is attributed to exhaustion from her demanding schedule, a reality many in the entertainment industry face. Meanwhile, Meryl Streep's team has indicated that the Met Gala, despite her invitations over the years, simply isn't her scene. This highlights the diverse priorities and preferences among even the most celebrated figures.

the gala 'has never been her thing'

— Meryl Streep's representativeExplaining the veteran actress's decision to skip the Met Gala despite receiving invitations for years.

The list of no-shows also includes Bella Hadid, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Sadie Sink, each with their own reasons for declining. Whispers in the industry suggest that financial backing of the event might be a factor for some, adding another layer of intrigue to the gala's preparations. Despite these high-profile absences, the Met Gala 2026 promises a star-studded affair, centered around the 'Costume Art' exhibition.

the protagonist of 'Euphoria' decided to decline the invitation due to exhaustion

— International mediaReporting on Zendaya's reason for not attending the Met Gala 2026.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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