Harry and Meghan Save the Date; the Early Days of J.Crew; Will Trump Stay in the Race?

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Inside the Early Days of J.Crew

By MAGGIE BULLOCK

The original creative force at the cult of prep was an enigmatic 21-year-old, whose idea of rumpled cool supercharged the fledgling fashion brand.

How Alex Spiro Became Elon Musk’s (and Megan Thee Stallion’s and Jay-Z’s) Go-To Lawyer

By DAN ADLER

With a rising profile, ever-expanding caseload, and preference for high-altitude legal terrain, Alex Spiro has become a fixture of celebrity law.

Donald Trump Will “Absolutely” Stay in the 2024 Race If Indicted

By KELLY RISSMAN

With his main GOP opponents missing in action, the former president won the CPAC poll in a landslide victory.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Did Get a Coronation Invitation—Via Email

By ERIN VANDERHOOF

After weeks of speculation, the couple’s spokesperson announced that King Charles had invited them to the coronation, but did not say whether they would attend.

In History of the World, Part II, Mel Brooks Gets Back to Basics

By DONALD LIEBENSON

The 96-year-old comedy legend talks teaming with Nick Kroll, Wanda Sykes, Ike Barinholtz, and a murderers’ row of talent for his new Hulu series.

What Is Cinema?

By VANITY FAIR

A revealing conversation with—and among—filmmakers about their craft, their visions, and the art of paying inspiration forward.