Oh, what a night!
The 2021 Met Gala was jam-packed with celebs in jaw-dropping designs. And while the stylish looks turned heads on the red carpet, it was the candid moments that really had cameras flashing. From Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's sweet PDA to Jimmy Fallon's hilarious exchange with Rita Ora and Taika Waititi—E! News has the photos that are guaranteed to make you smile.
Fashion's biggest night also served as a reunion for many celebs, including Kris Jenner and Ciara, Jennifer Lopez and Justin Bieber, as well as Margaret Qualley and Lily-Rose Depp. BFFs Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid even walked the red carpet together, sharing an adorable moment while posing for photographers on the iconic Met steps.
"I'm excited we're next to each other in the lineup," Gigi gushed to Vogue about walking in with Kendall, "and can go see the exhibit together."
A smiling Kendall also added, "They did this on purpose."
Are you ready to see all of the candid pics? Take a look at the Met Gala gallery below for the celeb reunions, PDA, photobombs and more!
Nia Dennis
Gold medal entrance! The gymnast shows off her incredible skills while kicking off the 2021 Met Gala.
Kendall Jenner & Gigi Hadid
Besties! The supermodels hold hands while posing for photos together.
Jennifer Lopez & Justin Bieber
Baby, ooh! This reunion has us on the floor.
Jennifer Lopez, Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
The J.Lo effect! Stars can't help but smile while greeting the singer.
Jimmy Fallon
Flying solo! The comedian, who is married to producer Nancy Juvonen, has fun with cameras.
Justin Bieber & Jimmy Fallon
JB shares a laugh with Fallon as he poses with his arm out.
Rita Ora, Jimmy Fallon
Third wheel! The late-night host hilariously crashes couple Rita Ora and Taika Waititi's date night.
Joan Smalls & Lily Aldridge
Angels! The supermodels share a sweet exchange on the Met steps.
Emily Ratajkowski
Strike a pose! The model and actress shows off her red hot dress.
Lily Aldridge
Peace!
Kristen Stewart
Barbie girl! The Spencer actress flips her hair while smiling for photographers.
Frank Ocean
The singer brings a green robot as his guest to the gala.
Cynthia Erivo
Check out her nails!
Sienna Miller & Emily Blunt
LOL! The celeb pals share a laugh while walking the red carpet together.
Megan Thee Stallion
Glam! The superstar blows a kiss to the cameras.
Rihanna & A$AP Rocky
PDA! The couple cozies up during the star-studded event.
Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
The Cinderella star told Vogue she "almost tried to get him to take that jacket off" on the carpet.
Ella Emhoff & Julia Garner
Vice President Kamala Harris' stepdaughter hits the red carpet with the Ozark actress.
Erykah Badu
Photobomb!
Margaret Qualley & Lily-Rose Depp
Reunited! The pals excitedly greet each other on the Met steps.
Maluma
Red hot! The singer has fun with cameras while posing in his red Versace suit.
Ciara & Mary J. Blige
The music icons chat while waiting to enter the gala.
Billie Eilish
Timothée Chalamet & Adrien Brody
The French Dispatch co-stars can't control their laughter while inside the Met.
Ciara & Kris Jenner
Keeping Up With Ciara! The "Level Up" singer, who is pals with Kim Kardashian, embraces the momager.