Metropolitan Museum of Art cancels planned Met Gala exhibit on fashion designer John Galliano

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has cancelled its planned 2027 Met Gala exhibit focused on fashion designer John Galliano. This decision follows fierce backlash regarding the British designer's history of antisemitism and racism, including a 2011 conviction for hate speech following remarks made at a Paris café. Galliano has officially announced his withdrawal from the event via a statement. The cancellation comes as a direct result of the controversy surrounding his previous public conduct.