Hudson Williams Goes Shirtless as Matador at 2026 Met Gala

At the 2026 Met Gala, actor Hudson Williams made his debut on the red carpet in a custom Balenciaga look designed by Pierpaolo Piccioli. The power-blue two-piece suit, featuring folded-over trousers, was inspired by a 1947 bolero jacket from Cristobal Balenciaga and traditional Spanish matador attire. Geometric black crystal embroidery and tassels adorned the ensemble, while Williams wore it shirtless, revealing his chiseled abs. The outfit included a wide-pointed white collar and a sweeping black side train referencing matadors' muletas. The theme aligns with the Met's exhibition "Costume Art," centered on the body. Williams, announced as a Balenciaga boy earlier this year, previously wore a sheer Balenciaga blouse to the Oscars after-party. His co-star Connor Storrie also made his Met Gala debut tonight.