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Why Lewis Hamilton didn’t attend the 2026 Met Gala

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  • Former Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton opted not to attend this year’s Met Gala, having previously served as an official co-chair for the 2025 event.
  • The 41-year-old had competed in the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday, where he finished sixth and likely opted to take the night off.
  • It comes amid speculation regarding a romantic relationship between Hamilton and Kim Kardashian, following multiple public appearances together, including at the 2026 Super Bowl.
  • Despite their frequent attendance, neither Kim Kardashian nor Lewis Hamilton were featured on the reported confirmed guest list for this year's Met Gala.
  • Kardashian though did attend, wearing a metallic orange bodysuit and leather skirt designed by British artist Allen Jones and Whitaker Malem.
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