Anna Wintour has officially passed the baton to a longtime editor within the publication
Summary
- Chloe Malle is the new Head of Editorial Content for American Vogue.
- Malle, daughter of Candice Bergen and the late French director Louis Malle, brings a unique mix of fashion and entertainment insight to the role.
- Her appointment marks a transition to a new generation of leadership at the magazine.
Anna Wintour and Vogue confirmed Malle’s role via Instagram, stating: “Today, Anna Wintour announced Chloe Malle as Vogue US’s new Head of Editorial Content. Fashion is the art of embracing change, and when it came to appointing someone to edit American Vogue while I focus on Vogue’s global growth and events like the Met Gala and Vogue World, I knew I had one chance to get it right. I’m thrilled to have Chloe lead our US title, guiding the magazine and its digital coverage.”
For the first time in 37 years, Vogue US has a new editor at the helm. Malle, 39, immediately steps into her leadership role. Reflecting on her appointment, she said, “No one can replace Anna. Some candidates may have felt daunted by the thought of Anna being just down the hall. I’m happy she’s nearby with her Clarice Cliff pottery. Putting my own stamp on the magazine is key—there must be a noticeable shift that makes this my vision.” She had known about the role for a week before the news was public and was instructed by Wintour to keep it confidential.
Industry insiders had long speculated about Wintour’s successor, and Malle, a longtime Vogue editor with strong Hollywood ties, emerged as the natural choice. Over the past decade, she has progressed from social editor to editor of Vogue.com and co-host of The Run-Through with Vogue podcast, earning recognition for her quiet, steady ascent.
Malle’s background adds to her suitability for the role. As the daughter of actress Candice Bergen and the late French filmmaker Louis Malle, she has a deep understanding of both fashion and celebrity culture, blending editorial expertise with entertainment savvy. Sources indicate that she is expected to take the role ahead of New York Fashion Week on September 11, 2025, though official confirmation from Vogue came later.
