{
  "id": 15911658,
  "title": "Kim Kardashian Finally Got Her First Met Gala Invitation in 2013 Because Ex Kanye ‘Fought’ For Her Spot",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/kim-kardashian-finally-got-her-first-met-gala-invitation-in-2013",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-21T16:13:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Billboard",
    "slug": "billboard",
    "url": "https://www.billboard.com/culture/lifestyle/kim-kardashian-first-met-gala-invite-2013-kanye-fought-spot-1236364467/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kim Kardashian, a prominent figure in reality TV, has been attending the Met Gala annually for the past 13 years. Prior to 2013, she struggled to secure an invitation to the exclusive event. However, in 2012, her then-husband, Kanye West, made a personal plea on her behalf, but was unsuccessful. According to a story in The Cut, Kanye's efforts did not pay off, as Anna Wintour, the former longtime editor and chairperson of the Gala, was reportedly unimpressed by Kardashian's mere mention.\n\nDespite Kanye being booked to perform at the 2013 Gala, Kim was still considered persona non grata by Wintour and not officially invited. However, the famously stern Gala boss allowed her to attend as Kanye's plus-one. Kim, who was eight months pregnant with their first child, North West, made a striking impression in a skintight floral Givenchy dress, complete with matching gloves and shoes. The dress was described as \"upholstered like a sofa\" by one fashion critic, generating significant media attention and social media buzz.\n\nThe overwhelming response to Kim's daring and unique outfit led many fashion insiders to appreciate her bravery and style. As a result, Kim's subsequent Met Gala appearances became a given, as her social media following had skyrocketed. Kanye had fought for his wife's place at the event, believing in her beauty and elegance, a belief that would later extend to her entire family. Since her Met Gala debut in 2013, Kim Kardashian's sisters, Kendall, Kylie, Kris, Kourtney, and Khloé, have also attended the prestigious event, all thanks to Kanye's persistence.",
  "summary": "According to a new report, reality TV star Kardashian was persona non grata at fashion's biggest until Anna Wintour got a call that changed her mind.",
  "key_points": [
    "Kim Kardashian first attended Met Gala in 2013.",
    "Kanye West personally petitioned for her invitation.",
    "Anna Wintour initially rejected her due to unimpressed response."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}