Gus Wenner
Gus Wenner is an American media executive and producer best known for leading Rolling Stone, the magazine founded by his father, Jann Wenner.
Gus Wenner is an American media executive and producer best known for leading Rolling Stone, the magazine founded by his father, Jann Wenner. He has also worked on film and television projects as an executive producer and producer.
Early life and education
Gus Wenner was born on August 10, 1990, and is the son of Jann Wenner and Jane Schindelheim. He attended Brown University and graduated in 2012.
Career at Rolling Stone
Wenner worked in digital and editorial roles at Rolling Stone before rising into senior management. Sources describe him as having served as president and chief operating officer, then CEO, and later executive chairman.
Film and television work
In addition to magazine work, Wenner has received credits in documentary and entertainment production. Reported credits include executive producer and producer roles on projects such as Little Richard: I Am Everything and The Fall of Diddy.
Personal life
Wenner has been publicly linked to actor Elle Fanning since 2023, and their relationship became public in early 2024. Media coverage has also noted his connection to the Wenner family business legacy.
Key facts
- He is the son of Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner and Jane Schindelheim.
- He became associated with Rolling Stone’s leadership after working in digital and executive roles.
- He has served as CEO and later executive chairman of Rolling Stone.
- He graduated from Brown University in 2012.
- He has credits as an executive producer or producer on several film and television projects.
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References
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gus_WennerSupports: Birth date, nationality, and identification as a magazine executive and Rolling Stone CEO
- Brown Alumni Magazine — https://www.brownbalumni.org/magazine/articles/2024-01/gus-wennerSupports: Education and biographical details including Brown University attendance
- People — https://www.people.com/everything-to-know-about-gus-wenner-elle-fanning-11924197Supports: Relationship with Elle Fanning and Rolling Stone leadership changes
- Digiday — https://digiday.com/media/gus-wenner-big-new-job-wenner-media/Supports: Career progression at Wenner Media and digital leadership roles
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7070830/bio/Supports: Production credits and family background