Celebrity Stylist Manhandled at Met Gala Entrance

The 2025 Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, was marked by both stunning fashion and behind-the-scenes drama. Celebrity stylist Jessica Paster, who dressed stars like Simone Biles, Quinta Brunson, and Miranda Kerr, was reportedly 'manhandled' by NYPD officers outside the Carlyle Hotel while trying to enter before the event, highlighting the intense security and chaotic atmosphere surrounding the gala. The incident, which played out in front of fans and media, underscored the pressure stylists face as they prepare A-list clients under tight deadlines and logistical challenges. Backstage, teams of up to ten people worked frantically—sometimes with as little as 45 minutes—to ready celebrities for the red carpet, with preparations often beginning weeks or even months in advance. The event also spotlighted the labor and creativity of Black stylists, with this year's theme celebrating Black dandyism and the contributions of Black culture to fashion. The Met Gala continues to be both a showcase for extravagant style and a high-pressure, behind-the-scenes production.