Vanity Fair has announced that it will not renew journalist Olivia Nuzzi's contract, which is set to expire at the end of the year. This decision comes in light of allegations regarding her personal conduct, particularly concerning her alleged digital relationship with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent political figure and environmental activist. Nuzzi had been hired as the magazine's West Coast editor in September.

In a recent interview, Nuzzi admitted to making significant errors in judgment, stating, "I had f---ed up" and acknowledged that her actions violated established ethics rules in journalism. She expressed that these rules are in place for important reasons and recognized the need for accountability in her profession.

Nuzzi's book, "American Canto," released this week, discusses her relationship with Kennedy, which reportedly occurred during the 2024 election cycle. She has also faced accusations from her former fiancé, Ryan Lizza, regarding an affair with former South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford, which she has denied. The Wall Street Journal first reported on her departure from Vanity Fair.

Despite the controversies, Nuzzi's previous employer, New York Magazine, conducted an internal review and found no inaccuracies or bias in her reporting. A spokesperson for Kennedy has denied any physical relationship, stating that he had only met Nuzzi once. Nuzzi's lawyer has indicated that her book addresses the only instance of an improper relationship in her journalistic career, emphasizing the complexities and ethical considerations involved in reporting on individuals in the political sphere.