Will Welch to Leave GQ After 7 Years as Its Top Editor
The New York Times••entertainment
Key Points:
- Will Welch is stepping down as editor of GQ to take on a new role with musician Pharrell in Paris, marking another leadership change at Condé Nast.
- Welch joined GQ in 2007 and became editor in 2018, known for editorial experimentation and promoting a modern vision of masculinity, notably through the 2019 "New Masculinity Issue."
- During his tenure, Welch expanded GQ’s digital presence and elevated its brand through high-profile events like the "Men of the Year" parties, despite some controversies such as the deletion of a critical article about Warner Bros. Discovery’s CEO.
- His departure follows a series of executive exits at Condé Nast, including top editors of Vogue and Vanity Fair,
