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Anna Wintour Finally Reveals Truth Behind Skipping Met Gala Afterparty—Fans Stunned

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Despite organizing the esteemed Met Gala, a significant event within the fashion industry, Anna Wintour regularly abstains from attending the subsequent afterparty.

On Late Night with Seth Meyers, the renowned Vogue boss, aged 75, shared the rationale behind her absence at the party following the glitzy fundraising event, which she has always skipped.

At this year’s Met Gala, where Wintour, under pressure to resign following a perceived lackluster 2025 event, found herself alongside her fellow host, the rapper A$AP Rocky, aged 36.

During a conversation about Rocky’s grandmother attending a late-night party, Seth remarked, “Anna, it’s well known that you never go to these post-gathering events,” to which she humorously responded, “That’s true. I live out my excitement through Rocky instead.

Meanwhile, Seth jokingly pointed out that she had a ‘highly honorable motive’ for not showing up. The show host then suggested, “It seems like you believe your attendance might influence actions.

Anna responded, “It seems they no longer need my help. At that moment, I was also feeling drained. So, I headed downstairs to the meeting room to express my gratitude to the team who put in a lot of effort throughout the night.

Next, Seth displayed a picture featuring Anna, along with her sizable entourage, from an event where she experienced an embarrassing moment on the red carpet.

By the way, I want to give credit to that team. It requires quite a number of individuals working together to achieve what we’ve seen here. Truly impressive!

Afterward, he addressed Rocky, as it was disclosed that his girlfriend Rihanna was expecting their third child at the gathering. He then remarked, “Now, you even held your own post-event party.

‘Yes, I did,’ the hip hop star replied, as Anna quipped: ‘He’s just coming from it.’ 

Seth questioned, “What time did it end up being? I’d appreciate your honesty, so could you tell me when exactly it wrapped up?” After he had posted a picture featuring Rocky and his grandma from the after-event.

‘Well that picture of my grandmother is us walking out of the afterparty at 8:00 A.M’

‘Your grandmother made it till 8:00 A.M.’ a shocked Seth asked.

‘Yes,’ he replied, as Anna jokingly inquired, ‘What is she on?’

The host inquired, “You’re more familiar with your grandmother than I am. Was it surprising to see her up at 8:00 A.M., or is it typical of her behavior?

Rocky responded, saying that she had been anticipating the arrival of her companion, as it was his intention to meet one of the co-chairs, Colman Domingo, who is 55 years old.

Seth playfully commented, “This tale is quite sad,” as Anna added humorously, “I have Colman’s phone number,” and Rocky bantered, “You should give him a call then.

Following the dazzling fashion show, several high-profile gatherings ensued, among them was an illustrious bash held at the PUBLIC hotel in New York City.

Hosting the riskiest post-event party of the evening, the renowned PUBLIC, under the ownership of Ian Schrager, played host to celebrities such as Janelle Monáe, Bebe Rexha, and Coco Rocha for an exclusive, cocktail-laden celebration.

To draw attention to herself, the 39-year-old artist known as Monáe, donned a daring black-and-white ensemble during her lively party with guests on Monday night, which revealed her chest area.

After receiving recommendations from a prominent PR consultant, Anna will conduct an interview following her decision to withdraw from the Met Gala this year. The event has been criticized as uneventful and even pronounced “dead” by viewers worldwide.

On Monday, the most significant event in the fashion world unfolded at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City; however, it fell short compared to the celebrity presence and elegance that characterized previous years.

2025’s theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” offered a chance for daring fashion statements, yet notable figures like Kim Kardashian, Hailey Bieber, and Kendall Jenner found it challenging to make an impact with their unmemorable outfits.

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Currently, top PR advisor Sarah Schmidt is recommending that Anna Wintour step down after nearly 3 decades, aiming instead for a fresh start with a vision of ‘revolutionary creativity.’

In a conversation with DailyMail.com, Schmidt, being the head of Interdependence, proposed that Anna Wintour’s resignation from the Met Gala might just be a brilliant strategic decision.

She emphasized that by taking this action, she could maintain her reputation while also preserving the Met Gala’s esteemed status and ensuring it doesn’t turn into an antique or obsolete artifact.

Schmidt stated: ‘Should Anna Wintour choose to resign at this moment, it might represent the wisest decision of her career – a grand finale demonstrating her power through understanding when to hand over authority.’

2021’s Met Gala seemed well-executed yet unmemorable, which is the issue at hand. The trouble lies in when the grandest night of fashion loses its edge, ceasing to influence culture and instead following trends.

Anna Wintour, the head of Vogue, has served as the chair or co-chair for the Met Gala since 1995, with the exception of 1996 when she took a break from her duties.

In 2023, actress Julia Fox hit out at Wintour and the Met Gala and called for her to step down.

In a candid conversation with DailyMail.com, she stated that the Met Gala had never reached out to her – considering who’s in charge.

She continued, “As for fashion, I wouldn’t attend, but the topic at hand is actually politics. It involves discussions on privilege, family background, and income.

‘She [Anna Wintour] just won’t quit – how long is she going to keep going?’ Julia added.

According to PR specialist Schmidt, it was reasonable for Julia to consider Wintour and the Met Gala as outdated in her perspective.

Julia Fox wasn’t off-base when she used the word “stale,” but perhaps she spoke too soon. A fresh curator might bring in novelty, relevance, and groundbreaking creativity that Generation Z is eager for. Meanwhile, Anna can depart gracefully with her established reputation preserved.

In this highly social age, TikTok is influencing trends at an unprecedented pace, leaving traditional fashion behind. As a result, the format of the Met Gala might require an update: instead of maintaining its fortress-like structure, it could adapt to feel more like a social media feed.

The greater danger lies in hanging on for too long, which could result in the once-vital institution she created losing its significance over time.

At the moment, there’s no buzz or speculation about whether Wintour plans to relinquish her position as the head of the Met Gala events.

During a chat with Michael Strahan on Good Morning America broadcasted on Monday mornings, Wintour opened up about the demanding nature of her role.

She said: ‘Each one is very different.

This one seems especially significant, heartfelt, and filled with a strong sense of mission due to the unique circumstances of our current era.

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2025-05-08 19:35

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