Billie Eilish hits out at 'fake' images of her at 2025 Met Gala

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Billie Eilish has spoken out on "fake" images depicting her at the 2025 Met Gala.

The Birds of a Feather singer skipped the fashion event staged at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City earlier this month as she was on tour in Europe.

But despite Billie being overseas, a number of AI-generated photos showing what it may look like if she had attended the Tailored for You-themed bash began to circulate online.

Taking to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday night, the star addressed duped fans who had criticised the "trash" outfit she was wearing in the images.

"Seeing people talk about what I wore to this year's Met Gala 'being trash.' I wasn't there!" she exclaimed while eating an ice cream. "That's AI. I had a show in Europe that night."

Billie went on to beg followers to leave her alone.

"Let me be! I wasn't even there!" the 23-year-old added.

The Happier Than Ever hitmaker performed gigs at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on 4 and 5 May.

And Billie isn't the only artist who has been forced to address AI-generated images showing them at the Met Gala.

Katy Perry took to Instagram to insist any photos of her at this year's bash were fabricated. She also joked that her mother wouldn't be fooled by the pictures like she had been in previous years because they were together at the time.

"Couldn't make it to the MET, I'm on The Lifetimes Tour (see you in Houston tomorrow IRL)," she wrote, before joking: "P.s. this year I was actually with my mom so she's safe from the bots but I'm praying for the rest of y'all."

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John Forté’s Official Cause Of Death Announced

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John Forté passed away in January at the age of 50 after being discovered unresponsive on his kitchen floor by a neighbor. The neighbor quickly alerted authorities, but by the time they arrived, there was nothing they could do. Forté was pronounced dead at the scene.

At the time, officials stated that no foul play was involved. However, his cause of death was not immediately made public. Now, according to the Vineyard Gazette, the state medical examiner has confirmed that he died from complications related to influenza A.

It was also reported that a seizure disorder contributed to his passing. Forté had been managing the condition with medication following a serious health incident that led to hospitalization more than two years before his death.

John Forté's Death

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John Forte performs during the "Farewell For Now" show at the Highline Ballroom on February 15, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)
 

Following the news, tributes poured in from fans and fellow artists alike, including members of Fugees such as Wyclef Jean, Pras, and Lauryn Hill. Hill shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, reflecting on their bond.

"I can’t remember the exact moment I met John Forte or Forte as we used to call him, but I know we became fast friends very soon after," she wrote in part, "I loved him, my family loved him… I remember meeting his mom with her sweet voice for the first time and walking New York City streets with him in full youthful fascination mode."

"Our generation of hip hop was young and at the ascent of its epic rise. We were both there…participating and taking it all in, full of excitement and possibility. Forte was a gentlemen and a scholar with a strong pen, deep soul, and kind heart," Hill continued. "This loss is unexpected and surreal and my heart aches… for his family, for his wife, for his children, for his friends, and for all of us who were blessed to know him. I Love you John. Rest in peace gentle King."

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