Artforum Editor-in-Chief Michelle Kuo Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Publisher

Michelle Kuo resigned as editor-in-chief of Artforum on October 18, just before sexual misconduct allegations surfaced against the magazine's copublisher Knight Landesman. Landesman faced these allegations following a lawsuit filed by former Artforum employee Amanda Schmitt, leading to his resignation announcement on October 25. Kuo explained her departure stemmed from an inability to continue as the magazine's public representative given the troubling allegations, emphasizing the need for a more equitable and safe art world for women. She stated her final employment date coincided with her resignation announcement, though she may continue advising during the transition. Kuo had held the editor-in-chief position since 2010, succeeding Tim Griffin, and is replaced by David Velasco, editor of artforum.com. The resignation occurred amid broader conversations about workplace safety and accountability in art institutions.