Journalist

Anna Wintour

Dame Anna Wintour is a famous British journalist and editor who has been working with Vogue and Condé Nast since 1988.

Anna Wintour
Full Name
Dame Anna Wintour
Age
75
Birth Date
November 3, 1949
Zodiac
Scorpio
Born
England
Height
5′ 7″

About

Anna Wintour is a distinguished British journalist and editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine. She is widely known as a leader in the fashion industry, setting trends and championing young designers around the world. Wintour was named Artistic Director of Condé Nast in 2013 and was inducted into the CFDA's Fashion Hall of Fame in 2015.

Anna Wintour Timeline

1949
Anna Wintour is Born
On November 3, 1949, Anna Wintour was born in London, England.
1975
Joins Vogue Magazine
In 1975, Anna Wintour joins Vogue magazine as the junior fashion editor.
1988
Becomes Editor-in-Chief of Vogue
Anna Wintour is appointed editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine and becomes one of the most influential figures in fashion.
1995
Creates Fashion's Night Out
Anna Wintour creates Fashion's Night Out to promote shopping and help revive the economy during the recession.
2009
Receives an OBE Award
Anna Wintour receives an honorary Order of the British Empire award from Queen Elizabeth II.
2013
Launches the Met Gala
In 2013, Anna Wintour launches the Met Gala, an annual fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
2019
Receives a CFDA Award
Anna Wintour is presented with The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Board of Directors Tribute award.

5 Interesting Facts about Anna Wintour

1.

Started as a Junior Fashion Editor

Anna Wintour started her career in the fashion industry as a junior fashion editor at Harper's Bazaar in London.

2.

Named Vogue's Editor in Chief in

Anna Wintour was named editor in chief of Vogue magazine in 1988, becoming the first woman to lead the publication.

3.

Achieved Iconic Status

Anna Wintour has achieved iconic status in the fashion industry and is often regarded as one of the most influential figures in the world of fashion.

4.

Has Her Own Wax Figure

Anna Wintour has her own wax figure at Madame Tussauds in New York City, making her the first living person in fashion to have the honor.

5.

Received an OBE from Buckingham Palace

In 2008, Anna Wintour was awarded an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) from Buckingham Palace for her services to the British fashion industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Anna Wintour birthday?

Anna Wintour is an English journalist who was born on November 3, 1949 and is currently 73 years old. She is best known for her editorial work for American Vogue magazine, as well as her leadership roles in the fashion and design industries.

What is the Net Worth of Anna Wintour?

Anna Wintour has an estimated net worth of $2M. She is well-known for her work as the editor-in-chief of the famous magazine Vogue, as well as a long-time artistic director of Condé Nast. Her wealth comes from her high salaries from these positions, as well as from royalties earned from publications and endorsement deals.