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14:55Now PlayingDon takes a hard look at the Met Gala and why, in this moment, it feels strikingly out of touch.
As wealth and economic strain dominate everyday life for many Americans, the spectacle of extreme luxury hits differently. But beyond the optics, Don dives into a deeper conversation: how much of what’s celebrated on those red carpets is rooted in Black and LGBTQ+ culture, communities that have long shaped fashion, art, and identity, often without equal recognition or benefit.
So who gets celebrated, who gets left out, and what does this moment reveal about culture, credit, and power?
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