John Galliano pulls out of Met Gala exhibit after antisemitism backlash

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Fashion designer John Galliano has canceled an exhibition of his work that was scheduled to launch New York's Met Gala next spring. The decision comes after criticism from donors and political leaders regarding his past antisemitic remarks. Galliano stated on Instagram that he decided, with sadness, that it was best for the exhibition not to proceed at this time, acknowledging accountability for the pain caused by his past words, particularly to the Jewish and Asian communities. A French court convicted Galliano in 2011 for making racist and antisemitic comments, which led to his dismissal from Dior. The Metropolitan Museum of Art had planned the nine-month exhibition, but prominent Jewish figures voiced opposition.

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A French court convicted Galliano in 2011 of making racist and antisemitic comments.

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Galliano stated he remains fully accountable for the pain caused by his words, particularly to the Jewish and Asian communities.

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John Galliano has cancelled an exhibition of his work that was to kick off New York’s Met Gala.

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High-profile Jewish figures, including Arne Glimcher and Julie Menin, voiced opposition to the exhibition.

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Galliano cited criticism from donors and political leaders over his past antisemitic remarks as the reason for cancellation.

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Top fashion designer John Galliano announced on Monday he is cancelling an exhibition of his work that was to kick off New York’s Met Gala next spring, following criticism from donors and political leaders over his past antisemitic remarks.“After much reflection and discussion with all those involved, I have decided, with great sadness, that it is best for the exhibition not to take place at this time,” Galliano, 65, wrote on Instagram.“I remain fully accountable for the pain caused by my words in the past, particularly the hurt I caused to the Jewish and Asian communities, and I remain deeply sorry,” he added.A French court convicted Galliano in 2011 of making racist and antisemitic comments, after he hurled Jewish and Asian slurs at a Paris bar.The Briton, famed for his flamboyant personality and daring designs, was also fired from his job as creative director of Dior after the incident surfaced.The Metropolitan Museum of Art had planned a nine-month exhibition of his work starting with the star-studded Met Gala next May but high-profile Jewish figures, including renowned art dealer Arne Glimcher and city council speaker Julie Menin, voiced opposition this month.

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