Katy Perry Denies Attendance Amid Viral AI Met Gala Photos

Katy Perry became the subject of viral attention after AI-generated images convincingly depicted her attending the 2025 Met Gala, leading many social media users to believe she was actually present. In reality, Perry was absent from the event due to her ongoing Lifetimes Tour and clarified on Instagram that she had spent the evening with her mother. This is the second consecutive year that AI-generated photos have circulated showing Perry at the Met Gala, with some fans and even her own mother previously being fooled by the realistic images. Perry responded to the situation with humor, sharing the fake photos and warning followers about the power of AI, while emphasizing she was not at the event. The incident has sparked discussions about the influence and potential for deception with AI-generated content, as well as public reactions ranging from amusement to concern. The Met Gala itself focused on menswear and the influence of Black style, with several other high-profile celebrities also absent from this year's festivities.