See the 2021 Met Gala's Best Candid Moments: Celeb Reunions, Photobombs and More

From Rita Ora and Taika Waititi's hilarious moment with Jimmy Fallon to Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's intimate red carpet exchange, check out the must-see photos from the 2021 Met Gala.

By Jess Cohen Sep 14, 2021 12:26 PMTags
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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."

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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

A Marilyn moment

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.