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2027 Met Gala to feature designer John Galliano and his controversial legacy

August 3, 2026 / 2:06 PM EDT / CBS News

2027 Met Gala to feature designer John Galliano and his controversial legacy

TL;DR

  • The 2027 Met Gala will feature designer John Galliano.
  • Galliano was dismissed from Christian Dior in 2011 due to antisemitic and racist comments.
  • He has since apologized, attributing his behavior to substance abuse at the time.
  • Fashion industry figures suggest forgiveness for Galliano occurred years ago, with Anna Wintour facilitating his return to the industry.
  • A 2024 documentary explored Galliano's career arc.
  • The Met Gala exhibit, titled 'John Galliano: Horizons,' will explore both his creative achievements and controversies.
  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art confirmed the exhibit will directly address his conduct and subsequent treatment for substance addiction.
  • Galliano and Anna Wintour met with Jewish leaders in New York City in May regarding the exhibit and gala.