A viral claim that Katy Perry set herself on fire on the red carpet at the Met Gala has sparked a flurry of reactions. However, fact-checking reveals the video is old behind-the-scenes footage from a 2023 telenovela, not a recent stunt.
The Met Gala is known for cutting-edge and risqué styles, but this claim is untrue. Katy Perry wore a white Stella McCartney gown and silver mask to the event, not a dress on fire.
The video, viewed 1.4 million times, was shared on social media about a month ago, and an AI chatbot fact-checked the claims, confirming it was an old clip.
Viral claims about Katy Perry setting herself on fire are false, and the star's actual outfit was shared online.
