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André Leon Talley

Acting

Born October 16, 1948 · Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Died January 18, 2022

Biography

André Leon Talley was an American fashion journalist, stylist, creative director, author, and editor-at-large of Vogue magazine. He was the magazine's fashion news director from 1983 to 1987, its first African-American male creative director from 1988 to 1995, and then its editor-at-large from 1998 to 2013. Often regarded as a fashion icon, he was known for supporting emerging designers and advocating for diversity in the fashion industry; while the capes, kaftans, and robes he wore became his trademark look. Talley also served on the judging panel for America's Next Top Model.

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Awards & recognition

  • North Carolina Award · 2021
  • North Carolina AwardLiterature · 2021
  • Eugenia Sheppard Award · 2003
  • Ordre des Arts et des Lettres

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