The 2027 Met Gala will spotlight the work of John Galliano, a designer whose past includes antisemitic and racist remarks, a choice that is already drawing backlash. The annual fashion fundraiser's theme and accompanying exhibit were announced this week, with organizers saying the display will "grapple" with Galliano's controversial history. Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by offensive comments. He was fired from Dior in 2011 after a video showed him making an antisemitic rant at a Paris bar. Vogue editor Anna Wintour defended the selection, saying there is no one more deserving of an exhibition of this scale.