Anna Wintour was editor-in-chief of ‘Vogue’ for almost four decades Anna Wintour is saying goodbye to her iconic role as Vogue’s editor-in-chief. On June 26, multiple outlets reported that the British media icon was stepping down from her editorial position after 37 years.

Wintour, 75, announced to Vogue staff that Condé Nast is seeking a new head of editorial content for the U.S. publication.

Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held since 1988. While she will remain as Vogue's global director and retain her executive role at Condé Nast, her departure marks the end of an era.