Chloe Malle Named New Top Editor of American Vogue After Anna Wintour Steps Down

 

Chloe Malle has been appointed the new top editor at American Vogue, taking over from Dame Anna Wintour, who announced her decision to step down in June after 37 years as editor-in-chief. Malle, 39, is the daughter of actress Candice Bergen and has worked at Vogue for 14 years, rising through the ranks to become editor of http://Vogue.com and host of the magazine’s podcast The Run Through. Her promotion signals a new era for one of the world’s most influential fashion publications.

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In her statement, Malle said that Vogue had shaped her throughout her career and that she was excited at the prospect of shaping its future. During her time at the magazine, she was responsible for high-profile projects, including securing Naomi Biden’s White House wedding photoshoot in 2022 and a feature on Lauren Sanchez ahead of her wedding to Jeff Bezos.

Wintour praised Malle’s ability to balance Vogue’s heritage with modern relevance, saying she looks forward to continuing their relationship both as mentor and student. While stepping down from her long-held editorial role, Wintour will remain an important figure at Condé Nast as chief content officer, overseeing Vogue and other key titles like GQ, Wired, and Tatler.

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Chloe Malle’s path to Vogue leadership was unconventional. She began her career as a real estate reporter for the New York Observer before moving into freelance writing. In 2011, she joined Vogue full-time as social editor, initially unsure about working in fashion since her main passion was writing. In a 2013 interview, she admitted she was hesitant about the role, but described being “seduced by the Vogue machine.” Over the years, her editorial influence has grown significantly.

Like her predecessor, Malle has not been afraid to engage with politics. Through her podcast and social media presence, she has expressed support for Democratic causes. Following Donald Trump’s re-election in 2024, she used her platform to share her disappointment, underscoring Vogue’s continued engagement with cultural and political conversations.

The transition timeline for her new role is not yet clear, but it is certain that Malle will bring her own vision to the magazine while Wintour continues to shape Condé Nast’s wider editorial strategy. For Vogue, this marks both continuity and change: a generational handover at the top, with Malle positioned to lead the iconic magazine into an era of digital expansion, political engagement, and global influence.

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