Met Museum Drops Planned Galliano Exhibit for 2027 Met Gala
The Met and John Galliano cancel the planned 2027 Met Gala exhibit, citing reflection and accountability for past antisemitic remarks.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has scrapped its planned Met Gala exhibition centered on fashion designer John Galliano, according to a joint statement released Monday. The decision comes after what the museum and Galliano described as extensive reflection and discussions involving all parties.
Galliano, once a towering figure in the fashion industry, faced widespread condemnation after a series of antisemitic and racist comments he made in 2010 and 2011 went viral. Those remarks led to his conviction in a French court on charges related to antisemitism.
In the statement, Galliano expressed deep regret, saying he remains fully accountable for the pain his words caused, particularly to Jewish and Asian communities. He noted that he had decided, with great sadness, that it was best for the exhibition not to proceed at this time.
The museum indicated that plans for a new exhibition to anchor the 2027 edition of the Met Gala would be announced at a later date. No further details were provided.