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Graydon Carter Reflects on Celebrity Culture in Memoir

3/23/2025

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Graydon Carter, the legendary former editor of Vanity Fair, shares his vibrant journey in his memoir "When the Going Was Good." From launching the unforgettable Oscars party in 1994 to mastering the art of celebrity culture, Carter's influence endures as he curates content for his newsletter, Air Mail, at the age of 76.

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Graydon Carter, the legendary former editor of Vanity Fair, shares his vibrant journey in his memoir "When the Going Was Good." From launching the unforgettable Oscars party in 1994 to mastering the art of celebrity culture, Carter's influence endures as he curates content for his newsletter, Air Mail, at the age of 76.