American Vogue to hire new head of editorial, role held by Anna Wintour for 40 years
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Anna Wintour Steps Down as Editor-in-Chief of Vogue US
Above: Anna Wintour at Radio City Music Hall on June 8, 2025, in New York City. Image copyright: John Nacion/Variety/Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
While Wintour retains positions at Vogue and Condé Nast, her stepping aside from primary editorial duties at the fashion magazine is a huge moment for the industry. She single-handedly changed fashion for the better and whoever comes next will have big shoes to fill.
Narrative B
Though there's no doubt that Wintour is an icon of the fashion industry, she was notoriously a ruthless and icy operator who was not scared of offending to get her own way. There are likely many that will be happy to see her leave.