Metropolitan Museum of Art officials have withdrawn plans to host a retrospective exhibition of designer John Galliano’s work following widespread criticism over his history of antisemitic remarks. The decision comes amid growing pressure from Jewish organizations and cultural institutions, who argued that honoring Galliano’s contributions risked normalizing his offensive behavior. The museum cited concerns over "the potential for controversy" in its announcement, though it did not explicitly reference the antisemitic incidents. The exhibition had been scheduled as a major cultural event, marking Galliano’s legacy in fashion despite his past controversies.
Met cancels planned John Galliano exhibition after backlash Crain's New York
