LeBron James was unable to attend the 2025 Met Gala in New York due to a knee injury, with his wife Savannah James replacing him on the red carpet. The NBA star sustained a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee during the Los Angeles Lakers' early playoff elimination, forcing him to miss the prestigious event. Despite expressing disappointment in missing the gala, James shared on Twitter that his wife would be representing the family, referring to her as a "beautiful powerful Queen" who would be "holding the castle down." The Met Gala is an annual fundraiser for the Costume Institute held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, featuring a mix of celebrities and renowned figures from the fashion world showcasing unique and extravagant outfits.