Doechii's Met Gala Umbrella Incident Sparks Debate

Doechii, the Grammy-winning rapper, faced criticism after a viral video taken outside The Mark Hotel showed her urgently requesting more umbrellas from her team to protect her Louis Vuitton outfit before her 2025 Met Gala debut. Some social media users accused her of disrespecting staff, while others defended her due to the event's stressful atmosphere. Doechii responded with playful posts on TikTok and Instagram, joking about the situation and expressing gratitude to her glam and Louis Vuitton teams, while describing the night as overstimulating but meaningful. Despite praise for her Pharrell-designed ensemble and dramatic entrance, some fans remained disappointed by the absence of a direct apology. The Met Gala that year celebrated Black style, which Doechii called a dream come true. The incident reignited debate about how celebrities treat staff and handle pressures at major events.