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Jack Harlow arrived at the 2026 Met Gala and stayed true to form, stepping out in yet another oversized hat. As expected, the internet had plenty to say about it.
Harlow hit the carpet in a voluminous black tuxedo, styled with a silver brooch and his now-signature oversized newsboy cap. The hat quickly went viral again, continuing its run as one of his most recognizable fashion choices. With this year’s theme centered around “Costume Art,” his look managed to align in its own offbeat way.
He has been leaning into this aesthetic for a while now. A similar hat appeared on the cover of his latest album Monica, while a relaxed olive version showed up in his “Say Hello” music video. At this point, the hat has taken on a life of its own, becoming a talking point that exists beyond his music or any single appearance.
The piece itself comes from Australian label Monphell, giving fans a clear source if they want to tap into the look. For the Gala, Harlow wore a full outfit by Torishéju, a more low-key designer choice compared to the usual Met Gala heavyweights.
Looking ahead, Harlow is gearing up for his 17-city Monica Tour set to begin in August, with stops in Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Atlanta, and more. The run follows his latest album and a noticeable shift toward an R&B-driven sound, which has kept him in the spotlight throughout the year. The project sparked a lot of conversation, both positive and critical, but it kept his name circulating heading into the summer.
Recently, Harlow has been exploring a different creative lane. Monica marks a clear pivot into R&B territory, moving away from the rap style that first brought him mainstream attention.
The album drew heavy reactions, especially after he faced criticism for saying his goal was to “sound Blacker.” Rather than avoid the backlash, he leaned into it, even turning the hat into a self-aware meme. That approach has helped keep him part of the conversation.
The oversized newsboy cap from Monphell leans more theatrical than everyday wear, which made it a natural fit for the Met Gala setting. Outside of that environment, though, it continues to spark debate every time he steps out in it.
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The Prime Minister of Albania has confirmed that a Kanye West show will still take place in Tirana, the country’s capital.
This update follows a wave of cancellations across Europe, where several of West’s scheduled performances were called off after backlash tied to his past antisemitic remarks.
The artist, who now goes by Ye, dropped his newest album, Bully, in March. He had originally been set to headline three nights at London’s Wireless Festival, but sponsors withdrew their support and the UK Home Office denied him entry into the country.
Following that situation, additional concerts planned in Switzerland, Poland, and France were also scrapped.
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a post on Facebook confirming that Ye is still expected to perform in Tirana this July. The Ministry of Culture added, "In every aspect, it is our obligation to welcome and facilitate the development of such events that bring numerous benefits to tourism and the economy."
The performer, who was previously married to Kim Kardashian, faced heavy criticism in 2022 after posting offensive statements on social media. As a result, his Instagram and Twitter accounts were suspended, and he lost partnerships with his agency, legal team, and record label. At first, he stood by his comments and even suggested that Jewish people should "forgive Hitler."
In 2023, he issued an apology and said alcohol played a role in his actions. Earlier this year in January, he followed up with another apology, updating his Wall Street Journal letter addressed "to those I've hurt."
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