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Target

Target, a major U.S. retailer, has removed a circus clown Halloween costume that featured a black face mask and exaggerated grin after backlash for resembling blackface and minstrel show imagery. The company issued a public apology on 2026-08-25, expressing regret and a commitment to inclusivity and respect. The removal was part of an internal review of the product line.

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What to know

  • Target pulled a clown costume with a black face mask from its Halloween line after criticism for evoking minstrel show stereotypes. Aug 25
  • The company issued a public apology, citing regret for any offense and a commitment to inclusivity and respect. Aug 25
  • Target removed the Kids' Glows under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume from its inventory. Aug 25
  • Critics stated the costume's black mesh mask and exaggerated grin resembled racist minstrel show portrayals. Aug 25
  • Target removed a children's glows under blacklight circus clown Halloween costume that included a blackface mask. Aug 25

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