83 Celebrities At Their Very First Met Gala Vs. The Last One, And It's Clear Who Understands The Assignments

    It's that time of year again...

    We're only a month from the Met Gala, so what better time to look at what celebs have worn over the years...

    1. Kristen Stewart at her first Met Gala in 2010:

    Person standing on red carpet in a black sleeveless dress with fringed detailing and photographers in the background

    Kristen Stewart at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Woman in a black and white suit with a tie, posing on a carpet with photographers in the background

    2. Cameron Diaz at her first Met Gala in 2007:

    A celebrity wearing a strapless tiered gown paired with a chunky necklace at an event

    Cameron Diaz at her last Met Gala in 2013:

    Woman in elegant blue gown with a cutout waist detail poses on red carpet

    3. Emily Ratajkowski at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Kendall Jenner in a white floral embroidered dress with a high neckline and gold heels at a red carpet event

    Emily Ratajkowski at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Woman in a beaded v-neck gown with ruffled skirt at a glamourous event

    4. Anne Hathaway at her first Met Gala in 2009:

    Woman in a sleeveless satin dress with a ruched bodice and flared skirt posing on the red carpet

    Anne Hathaway at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    5. Jake Gyllenhaal at his first Met Gala in 2003:

    Two celebrities at an event; woman in a black dress with pearls, man in a suit. Both are smiling

    Jake Gyllenhaal at his last Met Gala in 2014:

    Two celebrities posing on the red carpet, the man in a suit, the woman in a patterned dress

    6. Emma Roberts at her first Met Gala in 2010:

    Emma Roberts in a black ruffled dress with embellished waist, posing at a gala event

    Emma Roberts at her last Met Gala in 2019:

    Woman in a layered tulle gown at an event

    7. Kirsten Dunst at her first Met Gala in 2003:

    Two celebrities posing; the woman in a beanie and black dress, the man in a suit, at an event

    Kirsten Dunst at her last Met Gala in 2014:

    A woman on the red carpet in a black one-shoulder gown with a moon print, standing with hand on hip. Photographers in the background

    8. Justin Theroux at his first Met Gala in 2004:

    Man in a black suit with a tie, smiling at a celebrity event

    Justin Theroux at his last Met Gala in 2019:

    Justin Theroux at an event in a black suit, printed shirt, leather pants, and black boots

    9. Katy Perry at her first Met Gala in 2009:

    Woman in a blue strapless gown with a black necklace on the red carpet

    Katy Perry at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Woman posing on stairs in a black gown with sheer bodice and flowing train

    10. Emma Stone at her first Met Gala in 2009:

    Woman on red carpet in strapless dress with geometric patterns, holding a yellow clutch, with photographers in the background

    Emma Stone at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Woman in short feathered dress and ankle-strap heels on a carpet; photographers in background

    11. Bella Hadid at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Celebrity on red carpet in a black dress with a high neck and gold floral embellishment, posing with hands clasped

    Bella Hadid at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Celebrity in a black dress with lace detail and draped sleeves, posing on a red carpet event

    12. Gigi Hadid at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Woman in elegant red dress with lace detail and thigh-high slit standing on a red carpet

    Gigi Hadid at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Gigi Hadid in a sheer, beaded black gown with a train and gloves at an event

    13. Emma Chamberlain at her first Met Gala in 2021:

    Woman in a bejeweled cut-out dress posing on the Met Gala carpet, photographers in background

    Emma Chamberlain at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Eiza González poses on the red carpet sporting a pastel blue midriff-baring ensemble and silver heels

    14. Lorde at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Lorde in a long-sleeved, sequined gown at a red carpet event

    Lorde at her last Met Gala in 2021:

    Person in an embellished white outfit with headdress at an event

    15. Ciara at her first Met Gala in 2006:

    Woman in sparkling strapless gown at event

    Ciara at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Person in a one-shoulder, high-slit gown walking on a red carpet, with photographers in the background

    16. Celine Dion at her first Met Gala in 2017:

    Person in a unique black and white outfit with a high slit, posing with hands on hips at a gala

    Celine Dion at her last Met Gala in 2019:

    Celebrity in an elaborate sparkling dress with fringe sleeves and a dramatic headpiece, posing on the pink carpet

    17. Hugh Jackman at his first Met Gala in 2004:

    Two individuals posing, one in a black tuxedo and the other in a black off-shoulder gown with feather details

    Hugh Jackman at his last Met Gala in 2023:

    Two people posing, one in a black suit and the other in a fitted, shimmering gown with a train

    18. Shawn Mendes at his first Met Gala in 2018:

    Two celebrities posing together at a gala; one in an elegant off-shoulder gown and the other in a classic suit

    Shawn Mendes at his last Met Gala in 2022:

    Man on red carpet posing in a layered navy outfit with a coat, scarf, and black boots

    19. Hailee Steinfeld at her first Met Gala in 2011:

    Celebrity in a sleeveless high-low dress with intricate patterns at a gala event

    Hailee Steinfeld at her last Met Gala in 2021:

    Person in an embellished dress with shoulder detail and clear heels, standing on stairs with photographers in the background

    20. Pharrell at his first Met Gala in 2004:

    Pharrell Williams in a velvet jacket and collared shirt, gesturing with his hand, at an event

    Pharrell at his last Met Gala in 2021:

    Two individuals at a themed event, dressed in matching black leather outfits with white accents, posing on stairs

    21. Sydney Sweeney at her first Met Gala in 2022:

    Woman in a peplum-style gown on stairs at an event

    Sydney Sweeney at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Woman in embellished gown with train poses on event carpet; photographers in background

    22. Madonna at her first Met Gala in 2009:

    Person in a ruffled blue outfit with boots and blue headpiece posing on red carpet

    Madonna at her last Met Gala in 2018:

    Person in black gown with beaded headpiece and other in suit on a red carpet

    23. Kristen Bell at her first Met Gala in 2010:

    Woman in a ruffled strapless gown posing on stairs

    Kristen Bell at her last Met Gala in 2012:

    Two celebrities smiling and holding hands on the red carpet, with the man in a black suit and the woman in an orange sleeveless gown

    24. Taylor Swift at her first Met Gala in 2008:

    Woman in a sparkling gold dress with a wavy hairstyle standing on a red carpet

    Taylor Swift at her last Met Gala in 2016:

    Taylor Swift poses in a silver cut-out dress with strappy heels at a red carpet event

    25. Karlie Kloss at her first Met Gala in 2010:

    Woman on red carpet in strapless purple gown and statement necklace

    Karlie Kloss at her last Met Gala in 2022:

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    26. Janelle Monáe at their first Met Gala in 2011:

    Janelle Monáe poses confidently in a white shirt, black trousers, and top hat on the red carpet. Photographers in background

    Janelle Monáe at their last Met Gala in 2022:

    Person in black outfit with a sheer, hoop-embellished cover at an event

    27. SZA at her first Met Gala in 2018:

    Woman in a voluminous tulle gown with embellished bodice on the red carpet

    SZA at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Woman in oversized black hat and pink gown with black gloves posing on stairs

    28. Jared Leto at his first Met Gala in 2016:

    Jared Leto in a white tuxedo with tailcoat and black shoes at a gala

    Jared Leto at his last Met Gala in 2023:

    Person in a costume resembling the character Mr. Mistoffelees from the musical "Cats" standing on a red carpet

    29. Kacey Musgraves at her first Met Gala in 2019:

    Person in a pink outfit with a high-slit skirt and matching long coat at a gala event

    Kacey Musgraves at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Woman in a cutout gown with bead detailing, holding a feathered fan, at a gala event

    30. Demi Moore at her first Met Gala in 2001:

    A celebrity in a gold and black dress with a high slit walks in front of photographers at an event

    Demi Moore at her last Met Gala in 2019:

    Demi Moore at an event in a black suit with a plunging neckline, accessorized with a green feathered bag

    31. Gwen Stefani at her first Met Gala in 2010:

    Two celebrities on red carpet; man in a suit and woman in a one-shoulder gown with a clutch

    Gwen Stefani at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Woman in striking yellow gown with midriff cutout, long sleeves, and floral accents posing on event carpet

    32. Nicole Kidman at her first Met Gala in 2003:

    Two celebrities on the red carpet; the woman is in a beaded gown with a sheer overlay, the man in a classic black suit

    Nicole Kidman at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Nicole Kidman in an elegant gown with a long feathery train, waving, with photographers in the background

    33. Jimmy Fallon at his first Met Gala in 2004:

    Man in black suit with satin lapels and a brown shirt posing on a carpet

    Jimmy Fallon at his last Met Gala in 2022:

    Jimmy Fallon in a black suit and bow tie walking on a sidewalk

    34. Robert Pattinson at his first Met Gala in 2015:

    Two celebs standing together; one in a mosaic-inspired cutout dress and the other in a classic tuxedo

    Robert Pattinson at his last Met Gala in 2023:

    Two celebrities on red carpet; one in a sheer floral dress, the other in a navy suit with embellished shoes

    35. Margot Robbie at her first Met Gala in 2014:

    Woman in a patterned dress with halter neckline and geometric accents on a red carpet

    Margot Robbie at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Woman in black gown with cutout details on the red carpet. Photographers in background

    36. Lupita Nyong'o at her first Met Gala in 2014:

    Lupita Nyong'o in a green beaded dress with feather details, standing on the red carpet with photographers in the background

    Lupita Nyong'o at her last Met Gala in 2021:

    Viola Davis in a blue gown with a train, posing on steps at an event. Photographers in the background

    37. Gwyneth Paltrow at her first(ish) Met Gala in 2001:

    Two women holding hands, one in a red wrap dress and the other in a black sleeveless gown

    Gwyneth Paltrow at her last Met Gala in 2019:

    Celeb on red carpet in elegant, high-neck, pleated gown. Crowd and photographers in background

    38. Mindy Kaling at her first Met Gala in 2013:

    Man in a black suit stands next to a woman in a deep V-neck purple dress with a turquoise clutch at an event

    Mindy Kaling at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Woman in fringed white gown poses on red carpet

    39. Serena Williams at her first Met Gala in 2004:

    Serena Williams at event wearing a satin purple dress with a gold purse, photographers in background

    Serena Williams at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Serena Williams in a black dress with white accents and tulle at the bottom, wearing a silver necklace

    40. Cardi B at her first Met Gala in 2018:

    Two people on a red carpet; one in a bejeweled suit, the other in an ornate headdress and gown with a high slit

    Cardi B at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Cardi B in a voluminous black gown with a white collar, posing on stairs at an event

    41. Sophie Turner at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Three celebrities on red carpet; two in shimmering gowns, one in classic tuxedo

    Sophie Turner at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Two celebrities pose together on the red carpet; one in a white and black suit, the other in a black dress with cut-out details

    42. Priyanka Chopra at her first Met Gala in 2017:

    Priyanka Chopra in a trench coat-inspired dress with a long train and Nick Jonas in a patterned tuxedo on the red carpet

    Priyanka Chopra at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Priyanka Chopra in a black gown with a high slit and Nick Jonas in a black suit on the Met Gala stairs

    43. Lady Gaga at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Celebrity in a voluminous patterned gown with a headpiece, posing on a red carpet

    Lady Gaga at her last Met Gala in 2019:

    Lady Gaga in voluminous pink gown with bow accents at a Met Gala event, posing on stairs

    44. Beyoncé at her first Met Gala in 2008:

    Beyoncé on the red carpet wearing an elegant strapless gown with ruffle detailing. Photographers in the background

    Beyoncé at her last Met Gala in 2016:

    Beyoncé in a sheer, embellished gown at an event, with photographers in the background

    45. Kerry Washington at her first Met Gala in 2007:

    Woman in elegant v-neck gown, clutch in hand, posing on an event staircase

    Kerry Washington at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Person in a lace mermaid gown with strapless top on stairs, photographers in background

    46. Joe Jonas at his first Met Gala in 2012:

    Three men in formal black suits and bow ties stand together

    Joe Jonas at his last Met Gala in 2022:

    Two celebrities at an event, one in a black and white suit, the other in a long-sleeved black gown

    47. Idris Elba at his first Met Gala in 2016:

    Idris Elba in a black suit and bow tie smiling at a red carpet event

    Idris Elba at his last Met Gala in 2023:

    Man in a white tuxedo with black lapels and sunglasses on a gala event carpet

    48. Salma Hayek at her first Met Gala in 1997:

    Salma Hayek in a black, one-shoulder gown with a high slit, holding a clutch, at an event with photographers in the background

    Salma Hayek at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Salma Hayek in a red, corseted gown with a voluminous skirt and bow at the Met Gala

    49. Eva Mendes at her first Met Gala in 2004:

    Eva Mendes in a dual-toned gown with a fur stole, posing on the red carpet

    Eva Mendes at her last Met Gala in 2012:

    50. Lizzo at her first Met Gala in 2019:

    Celebrity in extravagant feathered outfit with headpiece at a gala event

    Lizzo at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Lizzo stands on stairs in a black dress with white beaded embellishments, bracelets, and updo hairstyle

    51. Grimes at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Person on red carpet in leopard print outfit with knee-high boots and handbag

    Grimes at her last Met Gala in 2021:

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    52. Katie Holmes at her first Met Gala in 2008:

    Three celebrities in formal attire on the red carpet; two women in elegant dresses and a man in a tuxedo

    Katie Holmes at her last Met Gala in 2019:

    Woman in a purple gown with feather shoulder accents at a gala event

    53. Kendall Jenner at her first Met Gala in 2014:

    Kendall Jenner in a fitted mermaid gown posing on the red carpet

    Kendall Jenner at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    A person in a black sparkling dress with a high slit and platform boots poses on steps, photographers in the background

    54. The Olsen twins at their first Met Gala in 2005:

    The Olsen twins at their last Met Gala in 2019:

    Two individuals standing together in matching leather outfits with a yellow accent on one sleeve at a formal event

    55. Andrew Garfield at his first Met Gala in 2014:

    Two celebrities posing on the red carpet; female in a pink sleeveless top and skirt, male in a black tuxedo with a bow tie

    Andrew Garfield at his last Met Gala in 2018:

    A person in a red velvet jacket and black trousers stands on a carpeted stairway with photographers in the background

    56. Kris Jenner at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Kris Jenner in a red dress with a thigh-high slit, gold belt, and large earrings at an event

    Kris Jenner at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    57. Kylie Jenner at her first Met Gala in 2016:

    Kylie Jenner in a sparkling, embellished gown with cut-outs at a gala event

    Kylie Jenner at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Celebrity on a red carpet posing in a long-sleeved red gown with a trailing skirt, on stairs with cameras in background

    58. Vanessa Hudgens at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Woman in embellished red tea-length dress with updo hairstyle, posing on red carpet

    Vanessa Hudgens at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Celebrity posing in a black and white halter gown with a thigh-high slit at an event

    59. Hillary Clinton at her first Met Gala in 2001:

    Hillary Clinton in a gold and black outfit with a leopard print design, waving and smiling

    Hillary Clinton at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Celebrity in an off-shoulder burgundy gown with photographers in the background

    60. Elon Musk at his first Met Gala in 2018:

    Elon Musk and Grimes pose together; Musk in a white suit and Grimes in a black and silver gothic outfit

    Elon Musk at his last Met Gala in 2022:

    Two individuals posing together, one in a velvet gown with pearls, the other in a formal tuxedo

    61. Dua Lipa at her first Met Gala in 2019:

    Kylie Jenner in a voluminous, patterned gown with a long train at a gala event

    Dua Lipa at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    A person in an elegant white-beaded gown with a voluminous skirt at a gala event, photographers in the background

    62. Nicole Richie at her first Met Gala in 2010:

    Woman in a sparkling V-neck gown posing on the red carpet

    Nicole Richie at her last Met Gala in 2014:

    Nicole Richie in a sleeveless, metallic gown with a high neck and trailing hem at a gala event

    63. Gabrielle Union at her first Met Gala in 2014:

    Woman in a sparkling crop top and fringed skirt posing on the red carpet

    Gabrielle Union at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Celebrity in a red coat and dress on the red carpet with onlookers in background

    64. Kate Hudson at her first Met Gala in 2003:

    Two women in elegant gowns posing at an event. One in a strapless purple dress with yellow shoes, the other in a white V-neck dress

    Kate Hudson at her last Met Gala in 2021:

    Woman at event in pink outfit with oversized fluffy sleeves and trousers

    65. Justin Bieber at his first Met Gala in 2015:

    Person in black attire and ornate jacket posing on the red carpet

    Justin Bieber at his last Met Gala in 2021:

    Justin Bieber in a classic black suit with bow tie, standing on a carpet, cameras in the background

    66. Hailey Bieber at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Celebrity in a fitted, embellished mini dress with high heels on the red carpet. Photographers in the background

    Hailey Bieber at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Person in an elegant white gown with feather details posing on stairs at a formal event

    67. Sarah Jessica Parker at her first Met Gala in 2006:

    A woman in a tartan and lace asymmetrical gown poses on a staircase at an event

    Sarah Jessica Parker at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Person in elaborate black and white gown with voluminous skirt and striking feathered headpiece poses on steps at an event

    68. Alicia Keys at her first Met Gala in 2003:

    Beyoncé in a sparkly top with a white suit posing on a carpet, elegant attire, background bystanders

    Alicia Keys at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    69. Billie Eilish at her first Met Gala in 2021:

    Person in voluminous peach gown and short blonde wig on red carpet

    Billie Eilish at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Kat Dennings in a sheer black lace gown with a corset-style bodice at an event

    70. Victoria Beckham at her first Met Gala in 2003:

    Two individuals on the red carpet, one in an elegant dress with a corset top, accompanied by a man in a black suit

    Victoria Beckham at her last Met Gala in 2014:

    Victoria Beckham stands on the red carpet wearing a sleek, strapless white gown

    71. Lenny Kravitz at his first Met Gala in 2006:

    Two celebrities on red carpet, woman in embellished silver gown with slit, man in black suit and sunglasses

    Lenny Kravitz at his last Met Gala in 2022:

    72. Zöe Kravitz at her first Met Gala in 2008:

    Zoe Saldana on the red carpet in a silk dress with feathered detail, accompanied by another woman

    Zöe Kravitz at her last Met Gala in 2021:

    Person in a sheer, sparkling outfit with a halter neckline, standing on a carpet with photographers in the background

    73. Cara Delevingne at her first Met Gala in 2011:

    Two celebrities posing; the woman wears a black dress with lace sleeves, and the man dons a classic tuxedo

    Cara Delevingne at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Person in a white oversized shirt with a long train paired with black pants and heels stands on steps, posing for photographers

    74. Miley Cyrus at her first Met Gala in 2013:

    Woman in a long-sleeve mesh gown with spiked hair at a red carpet event

    Miley Cyrus at her last Met Gala in 2019:

    Miley Cyrus in a green and black sequined dress with Liam Hemsworth in a black suit on a gala event

    75. Pete Davidson at his first Met Gala in 2021:

    Person in a tuxedo jacket, shorts, and boots, standing on a carpet, with photographers in the background

    Pete Davidson at his last Met Gala in 2023:

    Man in long black coat and hat posing with a peace sign on the red carpet

    76. Kim Kardashian at her first Met Gala in 2013:

    Kim Kardashian in a floral dress and Kanye West in a black suit on the red carpet

    Kim Kardashian at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Celebrity in a beaded dress with a large ruffled train and statement necklace, posing on the event's carpet with photographers in the background

    77. Jessica Biel at her first Met Gala in 2010:

    Two people posing on a red carpet; one in a satin gown and the other in a black suit with a bow tie

    Jessica Biel at her last Met Gala in 2014:

    Celebrity on the red carpet in a black strapless gown with a high-low hem and patterned stockings, photographers in the background

    78. Zendaya at her first Met Gala in 2015:

    Woman in a dress with star and sun motifs on a long train, photographers in background

    Zendaya at her last Met Gala in 2019:

    Person in a futuristic silver gown with a smoke effect alongside a person in blue, both on a carpet event

    79. Rihanna at her first Met Gala in 2007:

    Rihanna in a white gown with silver embellishment at a gala event

    Rihanna at her last Met Gala in 2023:

    Person in voluminous white floral outfit beside person in tartan kilt and black jacket at event

    80. Nicki Minaj at her first Met Gala in 2013:

    Nicki Minaj in an elegant blue dress with cut-out detail, hands on hips, at a red carpet event

    Nicki Minaj at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Nicki Minaj at an event wearing a black, ruffled outfit with belt and embellishments, posed on the red carpet

    81. Lindsay Lohan at her first Met Gala in 2006:

    Woman in strapless gown with rosette-patterned skirt on red carpet

    Lindsay Lohan at her last Met Gala in 2007:

    Woman in an elegant black gown on stairs with ruffled accents, holding a clutch

    82. Pedro Pascal at his first Met Gala in 2019:

    Man in a tan suit with bow tie at event; photographers in background

    Pedro Pascal at his last Met Gala in 2023:

    Man in a red coat and black shorts standing on event carpet, photographers in background

    83. And last but not least, Blake Lively at her first Met Gala in 2008:

    Two celebrities on red carpet; one in a black strapless gown with feather details, the other in a classic black suit

    And Blake Lively at her last Met Gala in 2022:

    Blake Lively in a metallic gown with a rose gold bow at a gala, photographers in background