Chapter 1131 "Vanity Fair"

Eddie, who arrived in Los Angeles first, rushed to Beverly Hills without stopping. He invited an old friend to have afternoon tea at the Hilton Hotel.

To investigate Harvey Weinstein and Disney, he had to seek outside help.

As the editor-in-chief of the third largest newspaper in the United States, Eddie had a very wide network of contacts in Los Angeles, and he did not lose contact with him when he left for New York. After all, his status was much higher than before.

Eddie's old friend, who is considered a big shot in Hollywood, fashion circles, and even the whole of Los Angeles - Graydon Carter, the legendary editor-in-chief of "Vanity Fair" magazine, his one sentence can determine the rise of a superstar.

Although they are nearly ten years younger than Grayton and have different hobbies, fate is always so strange. Two people with different personalities can become friends for many years. When Eddie was at his worst, he was taught by Graydon Carter s help.

"Hey~Grey, I haven't seen you for so long, your hair is much grayer." Eddie saw Grayton's iconic silver back from a long distance, and he couldn't help shouting directly.

Grayton turned his head when he heard the sound, laughed and waved to Eddie.

"Vanity Fair" is still considered one of the most important magazines in the United States. The content of the magazine revolves around the life of celebrities in the film and television, politics and business circles. The reviews are good, and as the editor-in-chief of the magazine, Graydon Carter naturally became the big man in the heart of the little star.

As a result, all the guests present were enjoying their afternoon tea quietly. Hearing the presence of Graydon Carter in the quiet administrative corridor, it was like dropping a boulder on a calm lake, causing ripples.

When Eddie approached, Grayton laughed and cursed helplessly, "You interrupted everyone's leisure time."

As soon as the words fell, before Eddie could speak, he found that there was another woman at the same table, and this middle-aged woman with a hint of Indian blood was still an acquaintance.

With doubts, "Latika? Why are you here?"

The woman was Latika Jones, deputy editor of Time magazine and former book review editor of The New York Times.

Latika smiled gracefully, "Eddie, long time no see, in fact I resigned last year."

Eddie was shocked, "What? You resigned? Damn, why didn't I know? The assholes of the personnel department, I'm going to fire them all!"

Graydon Carter joked, "Look, I went to New York and spoke with the momentum of capital. Wall Street really tempers people."

Outsiders sounded like sarcasm, but Eddie knew that his old friend was notoriously black-bellied, and he could be fooled by hurting people.

Perhaps also influenced by his unique taste and personality, "Vanity Fair" magazine is also free and unrestrained - pro-British tendencies, liberal ZZ stance, old-school Hollywood glamour, mischievous style of writing, these are all given to "Vanity Fair" by the outside world definition.

Eddie was speechless, "Grey, you know what I mean. I didn't even know that the general under me had left. If the boss didn't think highly of me, I would have thought I had been ostracized."

Latika smiled and said nothing, quietly watching the two old friends talking.

Graydon Carter waved his hand, "I invited Latika here, you know I'm going to retire."

"What?" Eddie found that he was particularly agitated today, but he couldn't help but be shocked by two consecutive news that made him click his tongue.

The editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair for 25 years is retiring? Once the news spread, it would not be as simple as throwing stones into the lake, but a mountain would be crushed.

Eddie reacted quickly, he immediately realized what Latika Jones' appearance here meant, "So, you dug someone on my head?"

Grayton shrugged, "Everyone wants to look forward. Come to Vanity Fair and write an important stroke in Latika's life."

Eddie subconsciously retorted, "Time Magazine is no worse than Vanity Fair."

Grayton said lightly, "Okay, you fired the editor-in-chief of "Time",

I'll let Latika go back and help you. "

Eddie's tone faltered, and then he smiled wryly. Grayton's language was still so sharp, "Okay, you won."

Looking at Latika, "No matter what, I have to congratulate you. Being able to become the sixth editor-in-chief of "Vanity Fair" since its inception, your name is enough to be recorded in history."

Latika gave full play to her female advantages, and her warm smile made people feel like a spring breeze, "Thank you for your blessings Eddie, the days in "Time" and New Era Media are also my happiest times, but I can get Graydon I couldn't say no to the invitation, and you know, it's such an honor for anyone to run Vanity Fair."

Grayton still did not change his vicious tongue, even to his successor, "Don't take it lightly, promise me, when you are tired and want to resign, don't come to trouble me, I am just a retired old man."

Eddie didn't hold back, he burst out laughing with a 'puh ha ha', and followed up with the knife, "Yes, I heard that Condé Nast Group is planning to lay off staff, and Vanity Fair is the first target, you have to maintain it with less resources. Vanity Fair's journalistic heritage continues to spread across Hollywood, Washington, and New York.

To be honest, Latika, it's too late to say no. "

Latika is fearless, "I will try my best. For me, participating in various parties is my hobby. I am afraid that there are not many people in the world who can turn their hobbies into work. I should feel happy." .”

Grayton raised his eyebrows, and said proudly, "Look, that's why I task Latika to be qualified for this job. She is fearless about the difficult future. I believe that with her intelligence And curiosity, will redefine Vanity Fair in the future."

Eddie nodded slowly, and Latika's resume came to mind: she graduated from Harvard University and received a Ph.D. in English and Comparative Literature from Columbia University. Her journalism career began as an arts editor at the Moscow Times, an English-language newspaper in London.

Moreover, Latika's familiarity with celebrities, journalists, artists, and publishers is by no means comparable to that of other editors, otherwise she would not be able to serve as the deputy editor-in-chief of "Time".

For "Vanity Fair", they really need people who can exert influence in different circles. In fact, the reason why Graydon Carter is called the legendary editor-in-chief is also because he gradually became the editor-in-chief of "Vanity Fair" during his tenure as editor-in-chief. A celebrity in the circle and even in the society, he has various identities, including host, restaurant and film investor. These titles can make him quite popular in DC, Hollywood and New York.

In addition, Graydon Carter will sometimes jump out and slam the celebrities on the stage, which makes him the focus of the spotlight.

It is worth mentioning that Graydon Carter has a lot of grievances and grievances with Donald. He once publicly mocked Donald as an upstart more than 20 years ago, and used quite vulgar words.

This made the vengeful Tang Lade never forget. Since the birth of Twitter, the two have often sparred on the Internet.

Thinking of this, Eddie couldn't help admiring the vision of his old friend. Latika may be the best successor to the editor-in-chief of "Vanity Fair", because she has repeatedly accused Don Ladd of discriminating against women on various occasions.

"Okay, my dear Eddie, it's time for you to talk about your troubles. I don't believe that you flew all the way from the East Coast to Los Angeles to accompany me, an old man who is about to retire, and have afternoon tea." Don't forget to complain.

Eddie has been used to it for a long time, and he is not hypocritical. Originally, he came here to ask for help, "You should have heard of it, right? A movie about to be released by New Era Films..."

Grayton sipped his black tea and sneered before he finished listening, "The source of the film has leaked, right? I can guess it without hearing it, it's an old trick in Hollywood."

Eddie nodded affirmatively, "Yes, but we suspect that this leak is not pure, it should be more than a competition."

Grayton put down his teacup and helped to analyze, "It's easy to judge whether there is competition. You just need to see if there are overlapping genres in the movies released at the same time."

Eddie shook his head, "No, not even two weeks before and after, there is no direct competitor."

"Obviously, your judgment is correct, so, do you have any suspects?" Grayton can only see the aura of a big man at the top of the Hollywood power pyramid when he is not joking.

Eddie glanced around to make sure that no one around could hear their conversation, and said in a low voice, "I doubt Harvey Weinstein, I really can't think of anyone else except him for such indecent means."

Grayton pinched his chin, "It can't be too absolute, but Harvey is indeed suspected."

Eddie's eyes lit up. Sure enough, he was right this time. His old friend must have heard something.

"Grey, please tell me if you have any news, don't worry about any trouble, even if I can't solve it, I will ask the boss to come forward." Eddie said earnestly, he didn't want his old friend to get into trouble because of his own affairs.

Grayton smiled, "That Chinese boy? He is very powerful, but you think too much. I hesitated because I was not sure about the authenticity of the news. As for trouble? Have I caused too little trouble in my life? When am I afraid Pass?"

Eddie was speechless, "Okay, when I'm talking too much, let's talk about your news."

Grayton hummed, "Harvey has been jumping up and down recently, ostensibly to promote public relations for his film to hit the awards season, but as far as I know, he seems to have put forward some different requirements."

At this time, Latika suddenly interjected, "In order to increase my exposure, I have been attending Hollywood parties a lot, and I have also heard similar news. Many people say that that fat man Harvey is planning to cheat people again."

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