G-Dragon Agency Apologizes for Racially Insensitive Macau Stage Outfit

Galaxy Corporation, G-Dragon’s agency, has apologized following global backlash over a racially offensive outfit worn by the artist in Macau. Fans labeled the incident an "international disgrace," demanding accountability for the culturally insensitive attire.

Key Facts

• The controversy occurred during the "K-SPARK in Macau" event at the Macau Outdoor Performance Venue on May 2, 2026.
• G-Dragon wore a t-shirt featuring the Dutch phrase "RONNY, EEN GEILE NEGER__ JONGEN."
• The phrase translates to "Ronny, a sexy Black boy," using a Dutch term for "Black person" recognized as a racist and taboo slur.
• The phrase "EEN GEILE" implies sexual arousal, compounding the offensive nature of the garment.
• On May 4, Galaxy Corporation released a statement via the fan platform b.stage addressing the inclusion of phrases that conflict with social and cultural contexts.
• The agency admitted to a lack of cultural sensitivity and promised to overhaul internal review processes for artist styling.

Key Terms

• NEGER: A Dutch term recognized as a racist and insulting expression used to degrade Black people.
• EEN GEILE: A Dutch phrase describing a state of sexual arousal.

Key Quote

"We deeply apologize for the fact that a phrase that does not align with social and cultural contexts was included in (G-Dragon's) performance costume." — Galaxy Corporation

Next

• Galaxy Corporation will implement stricter internal review and validation procedures for styling.
• The agency pledged to ensure the diverse cultural backgrounds and values of global fans are respected in future activities.