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Pink Villa
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Are BTS V's opportunities being 'blocked' by HYBE? Fans slam staff's 'unprofessional' action during Paris visit
On July 19, 2025, a candid moment between BTS' V (Kim Taehyung) and fashion icon Anna Wintour created a wave of excitement online. The encounter took place at the Spring/Summer 2026 Celine show during Paris Fashion Week. Wintour personally invited Taehyung to Vogue World: Hollywood, set to take place in Los Angeles on October 26, 2025. In the widely shared clip, Wintour can be heard saying, 'We're hoping that you're coming to our event in Hollywood in October.' Taehyung responded with an enthusiastic 'Wow!' And after some light urging from Wintour, he smiled and said, 'Okay!' She quickly confirmed, 'That's a yes? Excellent! You need to come.' However, before things could be finalized, Taehyung 's manager interrupted with a cautious, 'We'll try to figure out. So, we have a lot of things to work on. We'll let you know.' Wintour simply replied, 'He needs to come,' leaving fans both amused and frustrated. HYBE under fire for alleged overcontrol of BTS' V The video quickly circulated across social media platforms, but it wasn't just the sweet interaction that grabbed attention. Fans turned their focus to the manager's interruption. Many criticised HYBE for micromanaging Taehyung's public appearances. Accusations quickly surfaced online. Fans alleged that HYBE routinely sidelines Taehyung's solo opportunities and often speaks on his behalf during key career moments. Many believe there was no need for the manager to respond, especially when Anna Wintour was extending a personal invitation. They argue Taehyung could have handled it himself, and the interruption felt unnecessary. The incident has left fans frustrated and angry with HYBE. Is Taehyung attending Vogue World? Fans think so While there's been no official confirmation from either BTS or HYBE, fans took matters into their own hands. On July 20, eagle-eyed fans noticed that Lisa Love, Vogue's West Coast Director and contributing editor, had followed V on Instagram. What raised eyebrows was that Lisa doesn't follow any other K-pop idol, only Taehyung. The move comes shortly after his interaction with Wintour. It fueled theories that Taehyung might have privately accepted the invitation or is preparing for something major, like a Vogue cover. About Vogue World: Hollywood Vogue World is returning to the U.S. for its 2025 edition, this time titled Vogue World: Hollywood. Slated for October 26 in Los Angeles, the high-profile event aims to celebrate the intersection of film and fashion. With Taehyung being both a music and fashion icon, fans believe his presence would be a perfect fit. Until an official confirmation drops, ARMY remains on alert. They are hoping that V will walk the carpet at one of fashion's biggest nights.
Miami Herald
14-07-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Anna Wintour's Net Worth to Undergo Major Transformation After ‘Vogue' Exit
Anna Wintour's net worth may actually increase after stepping down as editor-in-chief of Vogue, according to experts who have spoken with Newsweek. Last month, the 75-year-old announced her departure from the fashion magazine's day-to-day operations, while remaining chief content officer for Condé Nast and global editorial director of Vogue, the Associated Press reported. While Wintour's net worth has not been confirmed, she amassed her fortune in the magazine industry. The London-born fashion icon began her career as an editorial assistant at Harpers & Queen magazine, now Harper's Bazaar UK, before landing roles at Viva and British Vogue. In 1988, Wintour was named editor-in-chief of American Vogue and helped to revive the brand. "I want Vogue to be pacy, sharp and sexy, I'm not interested in the super rich or infinitely leisured," the media executive previously said, per the Daily Mail. "I want our readers to be energetic, executive women, with money of their own and a wide range of interests." She continued: "There is a new kind of woman out there. She's interested in business and money. She doesn't have time to shop anymore. She wants to know what and why and where and how." Professor Martha M. Steffens, who teaches business and financial journalism at the University of Missouri, told Newsweek that Wintour "could actually benefit financially" after relinquishing her editor-in-chief duties. "She still will receive a salary for her continued role at Condé Nast," Steffens said, noting that "she might have time to pursue other creative projects, like a book or movie/video deal, or even a public speaking contract. I doubt Wintour is really worried about her overall net worth. It's at least $50 million now, and that's not likely to disappear anytime soon." Kirsty Fairclough, a Manchester Metropolitan University professor who specializes in pop culture and celebrity culture, agreed. "Contrary to speculation about financial diminishment, Wintour's net worth-estimated at approximately $50 million-is unlikely to suffer," she told Newsweek. "She retains considerable influence through her continued position as global chief content officer at Condé Nast and global editorial director for Vogue. These roles ensure her presence remains embedded in the strategic direction of the brand, even as day-to-day editorial oversight transitions to a new generation." Wintour became chair of the Met Gala in 1995. The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Gala is a star-studded yearly fundraising event in New York City. Fairclough added: "Wintour's enduring association with global tentpole events such as the Met Gala and Vogue World further secures her public and institutional authority within the fashion ecosystem." Dr. Rosie Findlay, senior lecturer at City St George's, University of London, whose research focuses on 20th and 21st century fashion media and communication, said: "I imagine that Ms. Wintour would have a specific negotiated salary that included her work as editor-in-chief of Vogue U.S. as well as her roles as global editorial director of Vogue and chief content officer at Condé Nast. The portion of her salary that was predicated on her role as editor-in-chief may be deducted, but we can only speculate." She noted, however, that Wintour won't need to worry about her finances. "It is widely reported that she is independently wealthy, with an estimated net worth of $50 million, so I think she'll be OK!" Wintour's exit provides opportunities for her as well as Vogue. "Unlike celebrity influencers who plaster their names on everything, Wintour has never lent her name to any product. If she wanted, she could build a brand on exclusivity, precision, and cool control-the exact qualities she represents," Steffens said. "Of course, sunglasses or a signature fragrance would be top sellers. She also could write a memoir or book on finding your style. These would be practically guaranteed bestsellers." As for Vogue, "the moment represents a pivotal juncture in the evolution" of the publication, Fairclough shared. "As publishing continues its digital transformation and legacy brands contend with the demands of younger, more diverse audiences, the departure of an iconic figure such as Wintour offers both a challenge and an opportunity: to reimagine authority, aesthetic, and engagement in the post-print, post-personality era of fashion media." "It's an opportunity for a fresh editorial perspective after Wintour's long tenure as editor-in-chief," Findlay added. The Devil Wears Prada was released in 2006, and Wintour has widely been considered the inspiration behind Meryl Streep's character Miranda Priestly. The Devil Wears Prada 2 is currently in production and will be released next year. "With the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada coming out in spring 2026, it will only increase Wintour's marketability," Steffens told Newsweek. "The original movie rocketed her to more widespread fame, and this second movie will likely raise her profile once again." "The musical version of The Devil Wears Prada has been a hit in London. Any Broadway debut of that show would only enhance her marketability. Of course, the movie and musical are based on a fictionalized version of her, but it's no secret that Wintour was the inspiration." In an interview with the BBC last year, Wintour was asked about her influence on the iconic film. "I don't really think about it," she said, noting that it's "for the audience and for the people I work with to decide if there are any similarities between me and Miranda Priestly." "What I'm really interested in is the creative aspect of my job," she added. Steffens said that if Wintour "were to cash in on her name, she'd be sitting on a brand potentially worth between $50 million and $150 million, depending on how she chose to play it." "This is because she's been a curator-someone with a keen eye-so her recommendations in the fashion and beauty sphere are valuable." "If she wanted to, Anna Wintour could become a brand unto herself-less like a passing trend and more like a fashion institution," Steffens suggested. "Think of it as Martha Stewart-meets-Karl Lagerfeld: a figure whose name evokes timeless taste and who profits by curating, not chasing the latest trend." Fairclough added: "Wintour's legacy is defined not only by her editorial decisions-famously blending celebrity and couture-but also by the consolidation of Vogue as a lifestyle authority in the convergent space between fashion, politics, and celebrity culture." "In this sense, Wintour has not exited so much as evolved-her influence repositioned rather than diminished. The question is not whether Vogue can survive without Anna Wintour, but how it will redefine itself in the space she has vacated." Related Articles Met Gala Theme: What to Know About Black Dandyism FashionJFK's Grandson Calls for Boycott of 2025 Met GalaPrincess Diana's Act of Rebellion Revealed by Met Gala Dress DesignerNaomi Campbell Appears to Double Down After Anna Wintour Stage Spat 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
14-07-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Anna Wintour's Net Worth to Undergo Major Transformation After 'Vogue' Exit
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Anna Wintour's net worth may actually increase after stepping down as editor-in-chief of Vogue, according to experts who have spoken with Newsweek. Last month, the 75-year-old announced her departure from the fashion magazine's day-to-day operations, while remaining chief content officer for Condé Nast and global editorial director of Vogue, the Associated Press reported. What Is Anna Wintour's Net Worth? While Wintour's net worth has not been confirmed, she amassed her fortune in the magazine industry. The London-born fashion icon began her career as an editorial assistant at Harpers & Queen magazine, now Harper's Bazaar UK, before landing roles at Viva and British Vogue. In 1988, Wintour was named editor-in-chief of American Vogue and helped to revive the brand. "I want Vogue to be pacy, sharp and sexy, I'm not interested in the super rich or infinitely leisured," the media executive previously said, per the Daily Mail. "I want our readers to be energetic, executive women, with money of their own and a wide range of interests." She continued: "There is a new kind of woman out there. She's interested in business and money. She doesn't have time to shop anymore. She wants to know what and why and where and how." Anna Wintour's net worth may actually increase after stepping down as editor-in-chief of "Vogue," experts tell Newsweek. Anna Wintour's net worth may actually increase after stepping down as editor-in-chief of "Vogue," experts tell Newsweek. Photo-illustration by Newsweek/Getty/Canva Financial Gain Professor Martha M. Steffens, who teaches business and financial journalism at the University of Missouri, told Newsweek that Wintour "could actually benefit financially" after relinquishing her editor-in-chief duties. "She still will receive a salary for her continued role at Condé Nast," Steffens said, noting that "she might have time to pursue other creative projects, like a book or movie/video deal, or even a public speaking contract. I doubt Wintour is really worried about her overall net worth. It's at least $50 million now, and that's not likely to disappear anytime soon." Kirsty Fairclough, a Manchester Metropolitan University professor who specializes in pop culture and celebrity culture, agreed. "Contrary to speculation about financial diminishment, Wintour's net worth—estimated at approximately $50 million—is unlikely to suffer," she told Newsweek. "She retains considerable influence through her continued position as global chief content officer at Condé Nast and global editorial director for Vogue. These roles ensure her presence remains embedded in the strategic direction of the brand, even as day-to-day editorial oversight transitions to a new generation." Wintour became chair of the Met Gala in 1995. The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Gala is a star-studded yearly fundraising event in New York City. Fairclough added: "Wintour's enduring association with global tentpole events such as the Met Gala and Vogue World further secures her public and institutional authority within the fashion ecosystem." Dr. Rosie Findlay, senior lecturer at City St George's, University of London, whose research focuses on 20th and 21st century fashion media and communication, said: "I imagine that Ms. Wintour would have a specific negotiated salary that included her work as editor-in-chief of Vogue U.S. as well as her roles as global editorial director of Vogue and chief content officer at Condé Nast. The portion of her salary that was predicated on her role as editor-in-chief may be deducted, but we can only speculate." She noted, however, that Wintour won't need to worry about her finances. "It is widely reported that she is independently wealthy, with an estimated net worth of $50 million, so I think she'll be OK!" Anna Wintour attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6, 2024, in New York City. Anna Wintour attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6, 2024, in New York City. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic New Opportunities Wintour's exit provides opportunities for her as well as Vogue. "Unlike celebrity influencers who plaster their names on everything, Wintour has never lent her name to any product. If she wanted, she could build a brand on exclusivity, precision, and cool control—the exact qualities she represents," Steffens said. "Of course, sunglasses or a signature fragrance would be top sellers. She also could write a memoir or book on finding your style. These would be practically guaranteed bestsellers." As for Vogue, "the moment represents a pivotal juncture in the evolution" of the publication, Fairclough shared. "As publishing continues its digital transformation and legacy brands contend with the demands of younger, more diverse audiences, the departure of an iconic figure such as Wintour offers both a challenge and an opportunity: to reimagine authority, aesthetic, and engagement in the post-print, post-personality era of fashion media." "It's an opportunity for a fresh editorial perspective after Wintour's long tenure as editor-in-chief," Findlay added. The Devil Wears Prada Effect The Devil Wears Prada was released in 2006, and Wintour has widely been considered the inspiration behind Meryl Streep's character Miranda Priestly. The Devil Wears Prada 2 is currently in production and will be released next year. "With the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada coming out in spring 2026, it will only increase Wintour's marketability," Steffens told Newsweek. "The original movie rocketed her to more widespread fame, and this second movie will likely raise her profile once again." "The musical version of The Devil Wears Prada has been a hit in London. Any Broadway debut of that show would only enhance her marketability. Of course, the movie and musical are based on a fictionalized version of her, but it's no secret that Wintour was the inspiration." In an interview with the BBC last year, Wintour was asked about her influence on the iconic film. "I don't really think about it," she said, noting that it's "for the audience and for the people I work with to decide if there are any similarities between me and Miranda Priestly." "What I'm really interested in is the creative aspect of my job," she added. Wintour's Legacy Steffens said that if Wintour "were to cash in on her name, she'd be sitting on a brand potentially worth between $50 million and $150 million, depending on how she chose to play it." "This is because she's been a curator—someone with a keen eye—so her recommendations in the fashion and beauty sphere are valuable." "If she wanted to, Anna Wintour could become a brand unto herself—less like a passing trend and more like a fashion institution," Steffens suggested. "Think of it as Martha Stewart-meets-Karl Lagerfeld: a figure whose name evokes timeless taste and who profits by curating, not chasing the latest trend." Fairclough added: "Wintour's legacy is defined not only by her editorial decisions—famously blending celebrity and couture—but also by the consolidation of Vogue as a lifestyle authority in the convergent space between fashion, politics, and celebrity culture." "In this sense, Wintour has not exited so much as evolved—her influence repositioned rather than diminished. The question is not whether Vogue can survive without Anna Wintour, but how it will redefine itself in the space she has vacated."
News18
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS's V Turns Heads At Celine Fashion Show, Gets An Invitation To ‘Hollywood'
The BTS member was among the many high-profile guests at the Celine Fashion Show in the French capital. BTS member Kim Taehyung, aka V, is grabbing attention with his latest appearance in Paris. Known for his magnetic presence and stunning wardrobe choices, V looked handsome during his attendance at the Celine Fashion Show in Paris on Sunday, July 6. The event also marked the debut of Celine's new creative director, Mark Rider, thus bringing in more high-profile guests like Naomi Watts, Kristen Wiig, Park Bo-gum, and singer Suzy Bae, among others. Pictures and videos of V have gone viral on social media, exuding charm at the event. The singer was dressed in a stylish grey jacket with red and black geometric embroidery. He accessorised the look with a layered gold necklace, bracelets, and earrings, looking straight out of a K-drama. Upon V's arrival at the venue, a large crowd of screaming fans was seen getting excited as many had been waiting hours to get a glimpse of him. #V at CELINE 2026 runway show in Paris💜 — BTS Charts Daily (@btschartsdailyc) July 6, 2025 A fan wrote, 'BTS' V just teleported into Michael Rider's Celine show in Paris looking like a billionaire vampire who drinks couture instead of blood. Paris has officially fainted. Stay tuned while we try to breathe." In the meantime, a couple of other videos and pictures show the pop singer sharing seats with Anna Wintour, who recently stepped down as Vogue's editor-in-chief. As per reports, Wintour has invited V to the Vogue World Hollywood event, which will take place in October this year. In a video going viral on the internet, the BTS star could be seen going up to the fashion legend. 'It was lovely to meet you. Welcome to Paris. We are hoping you are coming to our event in Hollywood in October," Wintour told V. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BTS (@btswhirl_12) Soon after that, the duo also sat together during the show and had a conversation, before getting pictures taken. The moment put fans in high spirits as they got hopeful for V's Hollywood entrance later this year. Prior to the fashion show, the BTS member, who is also a Celine brand ambassador, made headlines for his various looks. In one, V was seen exiting in hotel dressed effortlessly in a polo t-shirt and jeans. He interacted with the fans, further also posing for pictures before leaving for a meal at a traditional Parisian bistro. Kim Taehyung is serving face after face, looking devastatingly handsome, impossibly gorgeous, and absolutely sublime, leaving us utterly speechless as words fail to capture his breathtaking magnificence. — Pop Core (@TheePopCore) July 5, 2025 It is worth mentioning that all the BTS members have been discharged, and expectations are now higher for their upcoming music. First Published:
New York Post
06-07-2025
- Politics
- New York Post
The putrid Kohberger plea deal and more: Letters to the Editor — July 6, 2025
A putrid plea deal I'm both disgusted and mystified by the plea deal offered to Bryan Kohberger ('Surprise plea deal in Idaho coed slays,' July 1). Although a plea deal in itself is understandable, as it spares the time and cost of a lengthy trial and eliminates any chances of appeal, what I don't get is why Kohberger gets to keep mum on the details. He will have to give no account regarding the motivation for his crime. As it stands now, he will be convicted, but instead of taking his secrets to death row, he will take them to the comfort and safety of a prison cell, where he can taunt his victims' families for the next few dozen years. What was the prosecution thinking, entertaining this deal for even one second? E. R. Allen, Quebec, Canada Don's rate crusade President Trump using a visual aid illustrating that the United States ranks 35th in the world in interest rates with a 4.5% rate is pure genius, as it turns up the heat on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell ('Don's ka-Powell!' July 1) If the Fed were to lower the US interest rate down to 1%, the country would save hundreds of billions in interest costs and millions of homeowners could refinance, saving potentially hundreds per month off their mortgages and auto payments. President Trump 2.0 is fighting for the American people, who have just survived four torturous years under an administration that made every decision against our best interests to seemingly punish us. Freddie Dunn, Medford Wintour's legacy I agree with Kirsten Fleming's column on Anna Wintour ('Wintour's GOP freeze,' June 28). Remember that Wintour was born and raised in the United Kingdom, where royalty, wealth and privilege create a very class-based society. In the United States, the people who dress as fancy as royalty are the entertainment-industry celebrities. Fashion is not for regular folks. Real people who wear real clothes, and not costumes, are ignored — but are the backbone of the clothing industry. The Met Gala was a fashion flop, and the theme was too remote and archaic to be inspirational. Wintour will never be the icon Iris Apfel was, and my advice is to never trust a grown woman with bangs. Elinor Hite, Carrollton, Texas Settling for Andy Michael Goodwin has sounded the alarm: Marxist-Leninist Zohran Mamdani must be stopped ('Blown-out Cuo NYC's best hope,' July 2). And for all his flaws, Andrew Cuomo is the best candidate to defeat the intifada-enamored Assembly member in November. Yes, Sheriff Andy waged an insipid, lackluster primary campaign — losing to the social media-savvy Mamdani. Still, though the former governor of the Empire State lacks his father's Ciceronian oratory, Andrew is well-versed in the art and practice of governance. Mamdani's antipathy to the private sector and overall economic illiteracy would bring New York City to financial ruin. The pugnacious Cuomo may not be everyone's cup of cappucino, but governing Gotham requires more than a little of Machiavelli's superior skill, competence and decisiveness. Rosario A. Iaconis, Mineola Bezos' buddies To all the celebrities and government representatives who despise the so-called wealthy people and oligarchs, I didn't see you all refusing to attend Jeff Bezos' wedding (' 'Til death do us party,' June 29). Your hypocrisy knows no bounds. Lorraine Fittipaldi, Apollo Beach, Fla. Want to weigh in on today's stories? Send your thoughts (along with your full name and city of residence) to letters@ Letters are subject to editing for clarity, length, accuracy, and style.
