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Anna Wintour Steps Down as Editor in Chief of Vogue US

Retaining her role as global chief content officer at Condé Nast, she will oversee the search for a successor to lead Vogue US

Overview

  • Anna Wintour announced on June 25 that she will step down as editor in chief of Vogue US after nearly four decades at the helm
  • She will retain her role as global chief content officer at Condé Nast, along with the title of worldwide editorial director of Vogue to ensure continuity across the publisher’s brands
  • Condé Nast is creating a new U.S. editorial chief position to succeed her, with Wintour actively involved in vetting candidates
  • Under her leadership, Vogue US pioneered the integration of celebrity culture into high fashion and elevated the Met Gala into a worldwide event
  • Her career achievements include inspiring the character of Miranda Priestly and receiving a Companion of Honour from King Charles III in 2025