In a recent development at Vanity Fair, the newly appointed editor has reportedly advised the editorial team to be cautious when covering stories about Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, especially in relation to their father’s controversial connections with Jeffrey Epstein. This directive comes as part of a broader discussion on how to handle sensitive topics involving public figures.

Mark Guiducci, who stepped into the editorial role amid considerable attention due to his close relationships with Anna Wintour and her daughter, Bee Shaffer, is said to maintain a personal friendship with the princesses. This connection has sparked discussions about potential biases in the magazine’s coverage.

Since assuming his position, Guiducci has allegedly made remarks to the staff, urging them to approach stories involving his well-known acquaintances with a degree of sensitivity. This approach was particularly evident in a draft piece from September, which explored Sarah Ferguson’s communications with the infamous financier, Jeffrey Epstein. The draft had initially included references to Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie.

As reported by Semafor, Guiducci questioned the necessity of involving the princesses in an article concentrated on their father’s actions. This intervention led to the final version of the piece only briefly mentioning the princesses, highlighting Guiducci’s influence over editorial content.

But according to the report, Guiducci ‘wanted to know if it was relevant to include the women in a piece about their father.’ 

Ultimately, the final version of the aritcle ‘only mentioned the princesses in passing’ following Guiducci’s query, the publication stated.

A Vanity Fair spokesperson hit back at the allegations, telling The Post that ‘the references to Beatrice and Eugenie in the draft are identical to what ran and still runs on VF.com. 

‘Nothing was changed.’

Since taking the top job, he has allegedly made several comments to staff encouraging them to tread lightly with his famous pals

The newly appointed editor of Vanity Fair ordered staff to go easy on Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie when writing about their father’s exploits with Jeffrey Epstein , according to a new report

The spokesperson noted the publication was the first to print an ‘excerpt of Virginia Giuffre’s devastating posthumous memoir.’

But Semafor states Guiducci’s consideration about what words make it to print has also extended to other A-list pals.

Journalists have allegedly been increasingly asked to ‘consult Vanity Fair’s talent department before reaching out for comment on some stories.’

Back in September, the magazine was preparing a report about Rihanna and rapper A$AP Rocky’s third baby, and the journalist had included a standard line which stated that the duo had not responded to a request for comment.

But Guiducci allegedly ‘asked for the line to be changed to “reps for Rihanna and Rocky did not immediately respond to Vanity Fair’s request for comment, their hands perhaps full with their three kids,” believing the line sounded less harsh.’

He reportedly asked the journalist who wrote the story why they did not consult the talent department before reaching out to Rihanna and ASAP Rocky’s team for comment.

Mark Guiducci was appointed to the role amid much uproar over his close ties with Anna Wintour (pictured ogether) and her daughter, Bee Shaffer

He and Wintour (pictured together last month) forged a close relationship when he worked under her at Vogue and became good friends with her daughter

Anna Wintour reportedly hand picked Guiducci to run the Conde Nast owned publication after working under her at Vogue.

In 2021, he took on the role of creative editorial director Vogue and helped launch Vogue World, an annual fashion and cultural show. 

After his appointment, Wintour said great editors ‘inspire their colleagues to move with speed, dexterity and thrilling derring-do.’

‘That’s the magic of Mark,’ she said. ‘An energetic and creative editor at the center of his generation and a leader under whom Vanity Fair will grow in ways I can foresee and, no doubt, many ways I can’t.’ 

Guiducci also expressed excitement at taking on the job. 

Guiducci’s friendship with Wintour’s only daughter was identified as a factor in his appointment. The two have been photographed together for years, often at high-profile parties

‘There are all these old-school tools that can be used in new ways,’ Guiducci said.

‘Cover stars, long lead ambitious investigations, sophisticated visuals – those are all things you can’t do on Substack. The difference today is we create them for and publish them on modern platforms.’

His friendship with Wintour’s only daughter has spanned years.

The two have been photographed together frequently, often at high-profile parties.

But he was also picked because of his great connections with A-listers and royals in particular.

Daily Mail has contacted Conde Nast for further comment.