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Man Behind Viral Dress Debate Admits He Attempted to Strangle His Wife, Awaits Sentencing

Keir Johnston pleaded guilty Thursday in a Glasgow court. Grace Johnston survived the attack.

The man who played a big role in igniting a global debate dubbed " The dress that broke the internet" is currently behind bars after pleading guilty to attempting to strangle his wife. An argument ensued, which eventually spilled outside their home, and that's where prosecutors say Keir "pinned her to the ground ... placed both knees on her arms so she was unable to move. Keir accepted responsibility for the attack in court, prompting the judge to deny him bail in wake of his "serious and violent offense."

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