Jeff Goldblum Makes His Met Gala Debut at 2024 Event — See the Dapper Photos

Jeff Goldblum has (finally) made his Met Gala debut!

The Wicked star made his first-ever appearance at fashion's biggest night of the year on Monday, May 6, flashing his signature charm as he walked the red carpet in New York City.

Goldblum, 71, opted for a loose-fitting black suit over a white shirt and black vest, accessorizing with a white ribbon-style bow tie and cream-colored scarf and holding a pair of ivory gloves.

He also rocked two sparkly floral-like brooches from Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany, perfect for the "Garden of Time" dress code, as well as a Tiffany Cocktail Watch and another emerald accessory — perhaps a nod to his character of the Wizard in the upcoming two-part Wicked movie adaptation?

The actor appeared to attend the Met Gala without wife of nearly 10 years Emilie Goldblum, as he walked the red carpet solo on Monday night.

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Goldblum's Wicked costars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were also in attendance at the star-studded affair, trading in the yellow brick road for the red carpet. The two will play Glinda and Elphaba, respectively, in the movie.

Speaking with Vogue at the Met Gala about the upcoming two-part musical film adaptation, directed by Jon M. Chu, Grande, 30, said, "I wish I could say more than I can" — but promised that fans would learn more "very soon."

"I will say, it was just the most extraordinary, transformative and beautiful experience I've ever had in my life," she added. "I love the project now so much more than I ever did, and I've loved it since I was 10 years old."

Grande also praised costar Erivo, 37, saying, "Getting to know and love her has changed my life."

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While Goldblum is known mostly for his decades-long career in film and musical prowess, the Jurassic Park star is also no stranger to the fashion world.

Back in January 2022, he walked the runway for Prada's Fall/Winter 2022 Menswear Show at Milan Fashion Week, along with fellow veteran actor Kyle MacLachlan and rising Hollywood leading men Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Asa Butterfield, Damson Idris, Tom Mercier, Jaden Michael, Louis Partridge, Ashton Sanders and Filippo Scotti.

MacLachlan, 65, opened the show wearing a classic dark overcoat, layered over a metallic-blue ensemble, complete with gloves and a white turtleneck with yellow and purple details.

Goldblum wore a similar coat adorned with a black fur trim above the elbows and at the hem. He closed out the event with a taste of his signature comedic chops, entering from a purple-lit tunnel and acting surprised to find himself in a fashion show before strutting down the zigzag runway.