Star Player Angel Reese Contributes to Shattering Met Gala Fundraising Goal of $30 Million, Despite Missing Chicago Sky Obligations Alongside LeBron James
Angel Reese Steals the Show at the Met Gala and Nap-Time Skips for the Sky
Angel Reese, the powerhouse basketball player from the Chicago Sky, pulled off yet another stunning performance – not on the court, but on the Met Gala red carpet.
Right after trouncing the Brazil National Team last Friday, the charismatic 23-year-old chose to ditch Monday's practice session to jet off to the Big Apple for the 2025 Met Gala. This star-studded annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art is infamous for its awe-inspiring fashion and eclectic guest list.
Reese strutted her stuff at the Met Gala before, managing a nearly impossible feat – snatching some zzz's and still playing a game against the New York Liberty less than 24 hours after the glamorous event. This time around was no different, as she took on the Minnesota Lynx in preseason action mere hours after the Met Gala.
Tyler Marsh, Chicago's fresh-faced head coach, has only praises for Reese. "She's handled it great," he said, "She puts in a ton of work in the offseason and during the season. She communicated with her teammates that she'll be there. We, as an organization, are in support of everyone on and off the court."
Last year's Met Gala theme was "American Independence," and Reese graced the carpet in a breathtaking dress by the designer Rh couture. This time around, she slayed in Thom Browne, echoing this year's theme of "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style."
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Reese wasn't the only WNBA star to steal the attention of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones were all in attendance, livening up the event with their radiant presence. Other notable sports figures included Olympic golden girl Simone Biles, Olympic sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson, Formula 1 racer Lewis Hamilton, NFL legends Dwyane Wade and Saquon Barkley, and future NFL stars Joe Burrow, Justin Jefferson, and Jalen Hurts.
Perennial fashion queen and tennis superstar Serena Williams also made her appearance, posing alongside her sister Venus. Legendary basketball powerhouse LeBron James, while absent due to an MCL injury sustained after the Lakers were booted from the playoffs, had his wife Savannah in attendance.
The Met Gala raised over $31 million this year, the highest figure to date. While ticket prices aren't publicly disclosed, one can assume they are astronomical, with an individual ticket setting attendees back around $75,000 and tables starting at $350,000.
It's evident that the who's who of sports, fashion, and entertainment intermingled to raise funds for a worthy cause, with each attendee invariably boosting the event's visibility. With Angel Reese on the committee, the 2025 Met Gala promises to be another star-studded affair that promotes talent, culture, and fashion.
- Angel Reese, known for her exceptional skills in basketball with the WNBA's Chicago Sky, showcased her star power once again, this time at the 2025 Met Gala.
- The 2025 Met Gala, themed "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," was graced not only by Angel Reese but also by other prominent sports figures such as Olympic champion Simone Biles, Formula 1 racer Lewis Hamilton, and NBA star LeBron James' wife, Savannah.
- The diverse guest list of the Met Gala, including WNBA stars Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones, reflects the event's ability to unite the who's who of sports, fashion, and entertainment in support of a worthwhile cause, raising over $31 million this year.
