John Galliano exhibition at New York Met cancelled after backlash
The exhibition faced criticism over the British fashion designer's conviction for making antisemitic remarks in 2011.
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- First observed by CurrentWire: CBS News · Aug 31, 2026 at 10:13 AM ET
- Coverage span: 1h 16m
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- Coverage growth: 1 → 2 publications in 1h 30m
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BBC NewsTier A
John Galliano exhibition at New York Met cancelled after backlash(opens original report in a new tab)CBC NewsTier A
Met Gala honouring John Galliano cancelled following backlash(opens original report in a new tab)The Metropolitan Museum of Art is cancelling its planned exhibit honouring British designer John Galliano, which had led to severe backlash in the Jewish community and beyond because of the designer's past antisemitic… — CBC News
National PostTier B
John Galliano withdraws from Met Gala exhibition after antisemitism backlash(opens original report in a new tab)'I have decided, with great sadness, that it is best for the exhibition not to take place at this time,' the top designer wrote on Instagram — National Post
DeadlineTier B
John Galliano Pulls Out Of Met Gala Exhibit Amid Backlash(opens original report in a new tab)Amid intense backlash, fashion designer John Galliano has withdrawn from a planned exhibit honoring him at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Galliano and the museum issued a joint statement Monday announcing the decision.… — Deadline
CBS NewsTier B
John Galliano's Met Gala exhibit canceled amid backlash(opens original report in a new tab)The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments. — CBS News
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