LeBron James Unable to Attend 2025 Met Gala Due to Knee Injury
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has officially confirmed he will not be attending the 2025 Met Gala, citing a knee injury sustained during the NBA playoffs.
Knee Injury Forces Absence
In a post on X, James shared details regarding his condition, revealing that a Grade 2 MCL sprain—sustained during the Lakers’ Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves—prevents him from participating in the prestigious event. He wrote, “Unfortunately, because of my knee injury I sustained at the end of the season, I won’t be able to attend the Met Gala in NY tonight as so many people have been asking and congratulating me on! Hate to miss an historical event!”
Met Gala Theme and Co-Chairs
The 2025 Met Gala will showcase the theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”, a noteworthy focus on Black designers, marking a historic first for the event. This year also features its first dedicated menswear theme in over two decades.
Among the notable co-chairs are Pharrell Williams, Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, and Anna Wintour. LeBron James had been appointed an honorary co-chair for this significant occasion.
Annual Costume Institute Benefit
The Met Gala serves as a fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, located in Manhattan, New York. This highly anticipated gala takes place annually on the first Monday of May.
For those unable to attend, Vogue will provide a livestream of the red carpet on YouTube, hosted by Teyana Taylor, “Saturday Night Live” star Ego Nwodim, and LaLa Anthony. E! will commence its red carpet coverage at 3:30 p.m.
Conclusion
While LeBron James will not be present, his wife will represent him at the Gala, continuing her strong presence at high-profile cultural events. This year’s Met Gala is set to be a momentous celebration of Black excellence in fashion.