After a legendary 37-year run, Anna Wintour is finally stepping away from her role as editor-in-chief of American Vogue.
The news broke in a staff meeting on June 25, confirming that the 75-year-old icon will hand over the top job—but she’s not disappearing from fashion entirely.
Instead, she’ll continue serving as Condé Nast’s global chief content officer and Vogue’s global editorial director, guiding international editions while a new head of editorial content is found for U.S. Vogue.
Wintour’s reign began in 1988, and she transformed Vogue from a high-fashion magazine into a cultural powerhouse putting celebrities like Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, and Kim Kardashian on covers, launching designers like Galliano and McQueen, and turning the Met Gala into the cultural moment it is today.
Her signature bob, oversized sunglasses, and powerful grace became as iconic as her editorial influence. Her shift away from the day-to-day running of U.S. Vogue reflects the changing landscape of media.
As Condé Nast CEO Roger Lynch noted, Wintour has been juggling three major global roles since 2020—but now her focus will sharpen on cross-brand content strategy and mentorship
Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of Vogue after 37 years, WWD reports.
Edward Enninful of British Vogue to replace her as the first Black LGBT executive to lead the company. pic.twitter.com/3eo3NInnij
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