Anna Wintour Steps Down as Vogue's Editor-In-Chief After Nearly 40 Years
It's the end of a fashion era. Anna Wintour, Vogue's editor-in-chief for 37 years, is stepping down.
WWD reported the shocking turn of events on Thursday, June 26, after Wintour, 75, shared the news at a staffing meeting the day prior.
While Wintour will remain Condé Nast's global chief content officer and global editorial director at Vogue, the magazine will begin its search for a new head of editorial content.
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Wintour became editor-in-chief in 1988, and has since transformed Vogue into the most influential fashion magazine in the world.
Her other notable achievements include being named Condé Nast's artistic director in 2013, followed by a promotion in 2020, where she was named global editorial director of Vogue and global chief content officer of Condé Nast.
Vogue has over 28 international editions, including key editions published by Condé Nast: Vogue France, Vogue Italia, Vogue España, Vogue Germany, Vogue UK, Vogue China, Vogue Japan, Vogue India, Vogue Arabia, Vogue Mexico & Latinoamérica, Vogue Korea, and Vogue Brazil, among others.
Currently, it's unclear who will replace Wintour.
Since the news broke, Vogue readers and fashion lovers have taken to social media to express their appreciation.
"What's Vogue without Anna Wintour?" one user wrote via X. "What?! Never thought I'd see the day," added another.
A third user made a joke referencing The Devil Wears Prada, a 2006 film largely believed to be based on Wintour, writing, "What's Jacqueline Follet and Irv up to?"
Wintour is also known for her involvement with the Met Gala, held annually on the first Monday of May.
She has chaired the star-studded ball since 1995, transforming it from a local fundraiser into the most prestigious night in fashion. As the event's key organizer and tastemaker, she curates the guest list, theme, and overall vision each year.
Wintour has yet to comment on the news.
Anna Wintour Steps Down as Vogue's Editor-In-Chief After Nearly 40 Years first appeared on Parade on Jun 26, 2025
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