British Vogue’s esteemed editor-in-chief, Edward Enninful, has announced his departure from the publication, amidst speculation of a disagreement with the overall editor-in-chief, Dame Anna. Enninful, who made history as the first male and black editor of British Vogue, informed the magazine staff that he will be taking on a new global role at publisher Conde Nast.
There have been rumors of a power struggle between Enninful and Vogue’s overall editor-in-chief, Dame Anna, ever since he assumed his position in 2017, although these have been denied by Vogue.
In an internal email, Enninful revealed his upcoming role as the editorial advisor of British Vogue and global creative and cultural advisor of Vogue, expressing his excitement for the future and thanking Roger Lynch and Anna Wintour for their support.
Under Enninful’s leadership, British Vogue underwent significant changes, including featuring its first transgender cover model and its first male cover star, Timothee Chalamet. Additionally, disability activist Sinead Burke became the first visibly disabled person on the cover during his tenure.
Born in Ghana and raised in London, Enninful has had a remarkable career, becoming the youngest-ever fashion director of an international publication at the age of 18. He held positions at i-D magazine, American Vogue, and W magazine before joining British Vogue in 2017.
According to a Conde Nast source, Enninful’s new role expands his responsibilities and reflects his enduring relationship with Conde Nast spanning over 25 years.
The publication is looking to hire a head of editorial content for British Vogue to optimize Enninful’s increased global responsibilities and ensure the magazine receives the attention it deserves.
