“John’s decision that the exhibition devoted to his work should not take place at this time is very courageous and a measure of the man he is,” said the defiant global fashion diva and magazine legend.

Embattled Vogue icon Anna Wintour on Monday issued a fawning statement supporting convicted antisemite pal designer John Galliano — calling him “very courageous’’ after he finally caved to pressure and called off an upcoming Met Gala exhibit starring him.