The theme of this year’s Met Gala is AI deepfakes

The Met Gala, known for its extravagant fashion and celebrity sightings, took a surprising turn this year as fake images of stars like Katy Perry and Rihanna circulated online. The viral images, despite garnering millions of views and likes, turned out to be cleverly edited fakes.

In one image, Katy Perry appeared to be wearing a whimsical gown adorned with three-dimensional floral appliques, set against a backdrop of a beige and red carpet. However, the actual Met Gala theme featured a white and green carpet, exposing the image as a fake. Similarly, a photo of Rihanna in a regal garden-themed dress was debunked as the singer had actually dyed her hair pink and was unable to attend the event due to illness.

The fake images raised questions about the authenticity of celebrity fashion at the Met Gala, with fans scrutinizing every detail for signs of manipulation. Despite the elaborate hoaxes, some real fashion moments stood out, such as Zendaya’s chic fairytale villain look and her surprising double appearance on the red carpet in two different outfits.

The incident serves as a reminder of the prevalence of fake content online and the need to verify information before believing what we see. In an age of advanced technology and AI tools, even celebrity culture is not immune to deception. As fans continue to dissect the Met Gala fashion moments, the event remains a spectacle of creativity and extravagance, with a hint of skepticism added to the mix.