Yes, reports confirm that Anna Wintour has stepped down as the Editor-in-Chief of American Vogue after 37 years in the role. However, she is not leaving Condé Nast (Vogue’s parent company) entirely.
Here’s a breakdown of the situation:
- New Role: Wintour (75) will continue as Condé Nast’s global chief content officer and global editorial director of Vogue, overseeing all international editions and guiding content for other brands like GQ and Vanity Fair.
- Successor: Condé Nast is creating a new position: Head of Editorial Content, US Vogue, to manage the magazine’s day-to-day operations and report directly to Wintour.
- Potential Candidates: While no official successor has been named, several names are being discussed, including Chloe Malle (daughter of Candice Bergen), Amy Astley (editor of Architectural Digest), Chioma Nnadi (Head of Editorial Content at British Vogue), and Kate Betts (a former Vogue editor).
- Industry Impact: Wintour’s departure from the US edition is seen as a major moment for the fashion industry, offering a chance for the magazine to evolve with the times.
