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Amid Growing Galliano Backlash, Met Gala Mulls Date Change

The Met Gala's 2027 date is in flux as the museum faces criticism for honoring a designer with a controversial past.

By · Published August 29, 2026 at 16:26 UTC · Updated August 29, 2026 at 18:24 UTC

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Why is the Met Gala considering a date change?

The Met Gala is considering a date change due to growing backlash over plans to honor John Galliano, a designer with a history of antisemitic remarks.

What is the current date for the 2027 Met Gala?

The current date for the 2027 Met Gala is Holocaust Remembrance Day.

What other actions is the Met Museum taking regarding John Galliano?

The Met Museum is planning a retrospective of John Galliano's work.

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art is considering rescheduling its 2027 Gala. The change comes amid growing backlash over plans to honor John Galliano, a designer with a history of antisemitic remarks. The Met Museum is also planning a retrospective of Galliano's work. The controversy has intensified because the gala is scheduled for Holocaust Remembrance Day.

The Met Museum's trustees are weighing the potential date change. The New York City Speaker has urged reconsideration of the gala's date. Critics have blasted the museum's plan to honor Galliano. The debate has drawn attention from outlets including The New York Times, Deadline, and Showbiz411.

The Met Museum has not yet announced a decision on the gala's date. The museum's plans for the Galliano retrospective are also under scrutiny. The controversy has sparked a broader discussion about the museum's choices for honoring designers with problematic pasts.

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