Fired From Met Gala For Overshadowing Kylie Jenner, Claims Italian Model

Italian model Eugenio Casnighi, 26, claims he was dismissed from his role as a greeter at the Met Gala due to his viral popularity and striking appearance overshadowing celebrities like Kylie Jenner at the 2023 event. Casnighi explained, "They fired me because I went viral last year."

Despite receiving confirmation to attend this year's gala, Casnighi alleges he was uninvited by organisers, who accused him of drawing too much attention to himself. He said, "You made it about yourself, so we don't want to work with you anymore."

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One viral video depicted Casnighi's unexpected presence during an interview with Emma Chamberlain and Jennie from Blackpink. The camera shift in the footage read, "Trying to focus on Emma interviewing Jennie from Blackpink, but..." Casnighi asserts that he possesses messages and emails corroborating his claims.

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Casnighi expressed disappointment over his abrupt removal from the event, despite being instructed to assist Kylie Jenner. He remarked, "But when people took pictures of the actual celebrity, like Kylie Jenner, of course, I ended up in the picture." Despite the circumstances, Casnighi conveyed admiration for Kylie Jenner, acknowledging that her appearance may not be entirely natural but affirming, "I still think she's beautiful."

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Now freed from a non-disclosure agreement, Casnighi intends to disclose additional details regarding his dismissal. He stated, "I can say much more because legally I can say whatever I want now."

The Met Gala 2024 is scheduled for Monday, May 6, 2024, in New York City, with the theme Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion. Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Chris Hemsworth, and Bad Bunny will serve as co-chairs for the event. Vogue has specified that the dress code will be The Garden in Time.

While social media users are surprised by Eugenio Casnighi's recent video revelations, others are eagerly anticipating the sight of celebrities on the red carpet at the Met Gala 2024. However, the companies responsible for hiring models for the event have yet to comment on the model's allegations.