Celebrity Absences and AI Deception
and were falsely depicted at the 2024 Met Gala through AI-generated images, with Perry clarifying her absence due to work and Rihanna being confirmed to have missed the event due to the flu.
The AI images, which went viral on social media, depicted Perry in a billowing floral gown and Rihanna in an embroidered ensemble, fooling many online users and even Perry's mother. The use of AI for such deceptive purposes highlights ongoing concerns about deepfakes.
Gala Theme and Authentic Attendees
The 2024 Met Gala's theme, "The Garden of Time," was inspired by a short story and the 's exhibition, "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," focusing on sensory reanimation of historical and contemporary fashion.
Despite the AI deception and some notable absences, the event featured authentic appearances from a range of high-profile celebrities, with their interpretations of the theme and creative ensembles contributing to the gala's continued reputation as a pinnacle of fashion and art collaboration.
