Met Gala 2022: Did you know it is actually a charity fundraiser

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When we think Met Gala, we think about the fashion, celebs and the iconic red carpet.

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But it is actually an annual fundraising gala for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute in New York City.

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A ticket can cost around $35,000 while a table costs $200,000 to $300,000.

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The guest list includes celebrities, singers, models, photographers, artistes, designers and more.

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The 2021 Met Gala broke the record for the most money raised. The ball raised $16.75 million.

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