Olivia Nuzzi’s Tumultuous Comeback Takes Another Unexpected Turn
So, let me walk you through what’s going on with Olivia Nuzzi right now, because her attempted comeback at Vanity Fair has suddenly turned into one of the most closely watched media sagas in the U.S. press. And honestly, it’s a story that feels like it keeps unfolding in real time, with new twists appearing every few days.
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Nuzzi, once seen as one of the rising stars of political journalism, had already been through a major public fall last year. She was let go from New York Magazine after it came out that she had been involved romantically with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., even while covering his presidential campaign. That revelation alone had been enough to derail a fast-moving career. But in September, things seemed to be turning around. Vanity Fair , under newly installed editorial director Mark Guiducci, brought her on with what sounded like a vote of confidence. She was hired as a west coast editor on a temporary contract, with expectations—at least internally—that she might transition into a full-time role in the new year.
Guiducci had talked about wanting editors who had a bit of fearlessness and a strong point of view, and Nuzzi certainly fit that mold. But almost as soon as her name resurfaced in the media world, things grew complicated—again. Her former fiancé, journalist Ryan Lizza, began releasing a series of exposés about their relationship. These posts didn’t just raise personal allegations; they accused her of serious ethical misconduct. He claimed she’d had additional affairs, including one with former South Carolina governor Mark Sanford, and—more importantly—that she had betrayed sources and even carried out “catch-and-kill” operations for Kennedy by tracking down negative stories and passing information to him.
At first, Vanity Fair stayed silent. Then, days later, they put out a single-line statement acknowledging they were reviewing the situation. Since then, nothing else has been said publicly. Employees at the magazine have reportedly been left in the dark too, with no clarity on whether Nuzzi will stay or go. And because her contract expires at the end of the year, the magazine could simply decide not to renew it.
Meanwhile, Nuzzi has begun defending herself, mostly through public Q&As tied to the release of her new book, American Canto . She’s described Lizza’s posts as obsessive and abusive, calling them “revenge porn” dressed up as moral exposure. But her responses haven’t slowed the momentum of the scandal, especially with Lizza promising more installments.
The larger question now is not just about her career but about Guiducci’s judgment as a new leader at the magazine. Industry observers are wondering whether bringing her onboard was a bold move—or a misstep that may haunt him. And hanging over everything is this ongoing drip of allegations, counter-statements, and the swirl of gossip in a media world that’s both fascinated and unsettled by the whole situation.
As of now, no one seems entirely sure what’s coming next. But it’s clear that Nuzzi’s comeback—once positioned as a fresh start—has been pushed into limbo, and the final outcome may hinge on what else emerges in the weeks ahead.
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