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Fashion executive resigns after restraining PETA protesters
Steven Kolb steps down as CFDA chief following video of restraining PETA activists at New York runway show.
In brief
Steven Kolb steps down as CFDA chief following video of restraining PETA activists at New York runway show. Steven Kolb resigned as Council of Fashion Designers of America chief after being filmed physically restraining two PETA protesters at a New York runway show. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
Steven Kolb steps down
Steven Kolb announced he is stepping down as chief executive of the Council of Fashion Designers of America after two decades leading the organization.
Video shows restraining protesters
Kolb was filmed physically restraining two PETA employees at a Cos New York runway show by putting his hands over their mouths.
Kolb apologizes for actions
Kolb earlier apologized for his actions and announced he was taking leave pending an investigation into the incident.
PETA plans meeting
PETA planned to meet with Kolb to discuss ending wool and animal skin use in clothing but changed course after consulting police and attorneys.
PETA calls for industry action
PETA stated they still plan to meet with Kolb and urged others in the industry to take meaningful steps to stop animal cruelty.
Kolb's restraint video
In the video, Kolb restrained Andrija Barak by covering her mouth and using his arms and leg to hold her while pushing Mason Melito.
The one thing
Steven Kolb resigned as Council of Fashion Designers of America chief after being filmed physically restraining two PETA protesters at a New York runway show.
