Keir Johnston, the man who gained fame for the viral debate surrounding the colors of the black and blue dress, has now been charged with the attempted murder of his wife, Grace Johnston.
The 38-year-old from the Isle of Colonsay, Scotland, appeared in the High Court in Glasgow on Monday to face the charges.
The dress, famously known as the "dress that broke the internet," became a sensation in 2015 when a debate erupted online about its true colors. Celebrities like Kim Kardashian even weighed in on the discussion, with Kardashian tweeting, "What color is that dress? I see white & gold. Kanye sees black & blue, who is color blind?"
However, behind the viral sensation lies a dark and disturbing story. It is alleged that Keir Johnston has been subjecting his wife to acts of domestic violence for the past 11 years. The most recent incident occurred in March of last year when Johnston allegedly attempted to kill his wife by pinning her to the floor and suffocating her. He then proceeded to compress her neck repeatedly and brandished a knife with the intention of taking her life.
This shocking revelation raises questions about the couple's public image during the time they were promoting the dress online. Keir and Grace Johnston appeared on television shows, including an interview with Ellen DeGeneres, where they were presented with a $10,000 check and a trip to Grenada in the Caribbean. It is now apparent that behind the scenes, their relationship was marred by violence and abuse.
According to reports, this was not an isolated incident. Keir Johnston has allegedly pushed his wife against a wall, struck her through a vehicle window, and even dragged her out of a bar in a headlock when she refused to leave. These alleged acts of domestic violence occurred concurrently with their rise to fame due to the viral dress debate.
The attempted murder charge against Keir Johnston serves as a stark reminder that behind the glamour and attention of viral fame, there can be a much darker reality. The case will now proceed in the High Court, where the truth behind the alleged domestic violence will be examined.
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