Blake Lively Skips Met Gala 2024: A Look Back at Her Iconic Style Moments

Actress Blake Lively, renowned for her impeccable style and Met Gala appearances, was notably absent from the 2024 Met Gala red carpet, marking her second consecutive year missing the prestigious event.

Lively, who has graced the Met Gala ten times in the past with her stunning ensembles, decided to sit out this year’s event, possibly to allow other celebrities to shine, as she gears up for the release of two upcoming films.

The last time Blake Lively attended the Met Gala was in 2022, where she made a memorable entrance in a transformative Versace gown inspired by the Statue of Liberty, showcasing her knack for incorporating themes creatively into her fashion choices.

Unlike many other celebrities, Blake Lively is known for her hands-on approach to styling, preferring to select her own outfits and directly collaborate with designers, a characteristic that sets her apart in the fashion world.

Her absence was also noted by fans due to the missing presence of her husband, actor Ryan Reynolds, who is busy with his highly anticipated film, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ set to be a major summer blockbuster.

Despite not attending the Met Gala, Blake Lively continues to make waves in the entertainment industry with her roles in the upcoming adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestseller ‘It Ends With Us’ and the exciting reunion film with Anna Kendrick.

Throughout her Met Gala history, Blake Lively has delivered show-stopping looks that have become iconic, joining the ranks of other Met Gala favorites such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Rihanna, Beyoncé, and the 2024 co-chair, Zendaya.

Her notable collaborations with designers like Versace have produced legendary red carpet moments, including the copper dress inspired by architecture at the 2022 Met Gala and the Virgo-designed Versace gown from the Heavenly Bodies theme in 2018.