Justin Trudeau Says He Can’t Remember How Many Times He’s Worn Blackface

Time magazine published the photo on Wednesday, saying it was taken from the yearbook from the West Point Grey Academy, a private school in British Columbia where Trudeau worked as a teacher before entering politics.

It shows the then 29-year-old Trudeau in a turban and robe with dark make-up on his hands, face and neck.

Trudeau, who launched his re-election campaign a week ago, said he should have known better.

“I’m pissed off at myself. I’m disappointed in myself,” he told reporters on his campaign plane.

The photo of Trudeau was taken at the school’s annual dinner, which had an Arabian Nights theme that year, Trudeau said, adding that he was dressed as a character from Aladdin.

The prime minister said it was not the first time he darkened his face.

He said he once did it while performing a version of Harry Belafonte’s Banana Boat Song (Day-O) during a talent show.