LeBron James Withdraws from 2025 Met Gala Chair Role

LeBron James withdrew from his honorary chair role at the 2025 Met Gala after suffering a Grade 2 MCL sprain in Game 5 of the Lakers' playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, ending his consecutive playoff game streak and preventing his anticipated gala debut. His wife, Savannah James, attended in his place and garnered attention with her fashion choices, which drew mixed reactions online. This year's Met Gala, themed 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' highlighted Black dandyism and Black diasporic identity in fashion. The event featured Anna Wintour, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky, and Pharrell Williams as co-chairs, and included prominent athletes such as Simone Biles and Angel Reese. LeBron's absence was felt by fans and organizers, but the event remained a major fundraiser for the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Overall, the gala successfully spotlighted Black contributions to fashion despite the unexpected changes.