

The Met Gala 2026 had us on the edge of our seats to see what our favourite celebrities and influencers are wearing to the biggest fashion night of the year. For the unversed, the theme for the night was Costume Art, with the dress code being Fashion is Art. Ever since the theme for the Met Gala 2026 was announced, fans had been eagerly waiting to see how their favourite stars had interpreted the dress code. And while they were left impressed with what the stars brought to the red carpet, now singer, Katy Perry has been making headlines for reasons that no one had anticipated.
Katy Perry set herself on fire at the Met Gala 2026 red carpet
Now that the Met Gala red carpet has officially closed, a claim has gone viral online, stating that Katy Perry allegedly set herself on fire on the red carpet of the 2026 Met Gala. The video immediately went viral online, sparking an intense wave of reactions. For the unversed, the Met Gala takes place on the first Monday of May every year and is known for its statement fashion red carpet with celebrities wearing some of the most out-of-the-box ensembles to the event. This often includes a brief performance, which leads to a change in outfit or highlights a functional element of their attire.

