Behind the scenes at the Met Gala, this Olympian discovers she’s America’s sweetheart

Alysa Liu, at her first Met Gala, marveled at the event's scale and her own newfound fame. The Met Gala, a star-studded event, showcased fashion and included a diverse guest list. The Great Hall was transformed into a Northern Italian garden, featuring harp music and a moon installation. Guests enjoyed lobster crostini while mingling, including celebrities like Bradley Cooper and Hugh Jackman. Despite some anti-billionaire sentiment, attendees like Rev. Al Sharpton found value in the diverse gathering. Jon Batiste enjoyed a date night with his wife, and Sinead Burke championed accessibility improvements at the event. While diversity was celebrated, model Lauren Wasser noted some backsliding in the outside world. EJAE, the songwriter, shined in a silver gown reflecting her song's lyrics. Sarah Paulson, with her experience at the Met, still found the event exciting. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky admired Heidi Klum's costume during the dinner.