Galaxy Corporation, the agency that houses BIGBANG's G-Dragon, released an official apology regarding the controversy surrounding the artist's outfit at the K-SPARK event in Macau on May 2, 2026.
G-Dragon came under intense scrutiny after he was caught wearing a T-shirt featuring a racial slur in Dutch on the back while performing on stage. The incident sparked widespread condemnation from global fans who were offended by the offensive message.
Responding to the wave of protests, Galaxy Corporation immediately issued a written statement on May 3, 2026 to clarify the situation and admit to management's negligence.
"We sincerely apologize for the inappropriate language used in our artist's performance costumes at K-SPARK Macau on May 2nd," the agency wrote in its official statement. The agency stated that this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of cultural sensitivity in the international entertainment industry.
As a follow-up measure, Galaxy Corporation is committed to conducting a thorough evaluation and strengthening its internal verification processes, including styling and other related procedures.
They promise to implement higher global standards of respect to safeguard the feelings of fans from diverse cultural backgrounds. The agency concluded its statement by reaffirming its commitment to working responsibly and respecting the values of diversity in the future.
"Once again, we sincerely apologize to everyone who was hurt or disappointed by this incident," the statement concluded. Until this news was published, G-Dragon himself had not yet made a personal statement regarding the costume controversy.
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