Met Gala Snub of Black Influencer Fuels Backlash Over Gatekeeping
Black fashion influencer Wisdom Kaye was left off the Met Gala invite list, sparking widespread anger among fans who see him as a defining Gen-Z style icon. Debates over the industry’s tendency to favor traditional celebrities went viral, with the hashtag #WisdomDeservesMet trending online. Critics allege the snub highlights gatekeeping and a lack of recognition for digital-native talents. By Saturday, no comment came from Met Gala organizers or Kaye’s team. Many argue this could harm the event’s reputation, given Kaye’s significant reach in shaping modern fashion trends.
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