LeBron James | Source: Getty Images
LeBron James on Why He Skipped the 2025 Met Gala
The basketball star was set to make his Met Gala debut on May 5 as an honorary co-chair, but announced the unfortunate reason for his non-attendance that same night.
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LeBron James was named the 2025 Met Gala’s honorary co-chair in October 2024, marking an exciting and historic milestone in his career.
: LeBron James attends Prelude To The Olympics at Fondation Louis Vuitton on July 25, 2024, in Paris, France. | Source: Getty Images
The Lakers small forward was to join fellow chairs Pharrell Williams, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky, Lewis Hamilton, and Anna Wintour.
Fans were eager to see LeBron take part in this year’s spring exhibition, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” However, just hours before the event was set to begin, LeBron told fans on X that he wouldn’t be able to attend.
“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! [sic]” he wrote.
LeBron added that his wife, Savannah James, would be attending in his place—and indeed, Savannah showed up and showed out.
Savannah James attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
The businesswoman graced the red carpet in a burgundy mermaid pinstripe gown that blends a structured suit jacket with a corset-style bodice. She kept her accessories and hairstyle simple, letting the ensemble speak for itself.
