Not even playing a fictionalized version of Anna Wintour could get Meryl Streep to attend. TheStewartofNY/Getty Images for 20th Century Studios Updated 2026-05-05T15:06:57.420Z The Met Gala, one of the most exclusive fashion events, was held on Monday. Over the years, some A-list stars have not been invited or have declined. Ryan Gosling, Dolly Parton, and Will Smith have never walked the Met Gala red carpet. The Met Gala , fashion's biggest night, draws out celebrities to show off the most iconic looks of their careers. However, not every A-lister has decided to attend the party. There are plenty of living legends who, for whatever reason, have chosen not to attend the event, including Meryl Streep, Will Smith, the entire cast of "Friends," and more. Here are some of the biggest celebrities to have skipped the Met Gala so far. Victoria Montalti and Elana Klein contributed to a prior version of this story. Meryl Streep Meryl Streep.…