Metropolitan Museum of Art cancels planned 2027 Met Gala exhibit on fashion designer John Galliano
Gallianowas fired from the post of creative director of Christian Dior when a series of racist and antisemitic comments from 2010 and 2011 surfaced and went viral, leading to his conviction in an antisemitism trial in France.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has decided to cancel its planned Met Gala exhibit focused on renowned fashion designer John Galliano, the museum announced on Monday in a joint statement with Galliano. Galliano's career reached its peak in the fashion industry for many years before he made controversial remarks in 2010 and 2011 regarding antisemitism and racism, which became widely publicized.
As a result of these remarks, Galliano faced conviction for antisemitism in a French trial. In a statement, Galliano expressed deep sorrow for the pain caused by his past comments, particularly to the Jewish and Asian communities. The museum confirmed that discussions have been held with all parties involved, and they have reached a mutual decision that the exhibition should not proceed at this time.
The museum also noted that plans for the 2027 edition of the Met Gala exhibit will be revealed at a later date.
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