Gus Wenner

Gus Wenner
Born (1990-08-10) August 10, 1990 (age 36)
EducationBrown University
TitleFounder and CEO, Wenner Media Ventures (2026-present)
PartnerElle Fanning (2023–present)
FatherJann Wenner

Gus Wenner (born August 10, 1990) is an American entrepreneur who is the founder and CEO of Wenner Media Ventures. He was formerly the chief executive officer of Rolling Stone, the magazine founded by his father, Jann Wenner.

Early life and education

Wenner is the son of Jane Schindelheim and magazine magnate Jann Wenner, founder of Rolling Stone and co-founder of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Wenner graduated from Brown University in 2012. While in college, he was one half of the duo "Gus+Scout," alongside Scout LaRue Willis, the daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis.

Career

Wenner joined Wenner Media shortly after his graduation from Brown University in 2012. He was in charge of digital aspects of RollingStone.com with site traffic climbing 40 percent during his tenure. In 2013, at the age of 23, Wenner became the head of digital for the online versions of Wenner Media's Rolling Stone, Us Weekly, and Men's Journal magazines. During his time as head of digital, he was credited with launching Rolling Stone's standalone country website and also oversaw the sale of the publication to Penske Media Corporation.

Wenner stayed on as the president and chief operating officer of Rolling Stone after its sale to Penske Media Corporation in 2017. He is also the executive producer for several documentaries, including SuperVillain The Making Of Takashi 6ix9ine. In 2021, he was promoted to chief executive officer at Rolling Stone. In May 2025, Rolling Stone announced that Wenner would transition into the role of executive chairman, with Julian Holguin taking over as CEO.

In 2026, he launched the investment firm Wenner Media Ventures, and indicated an initial investment in Track Star producer, Public Opinion, of which Wenner is to become executive chairman.

Personal life

Wenner has been in a relationship with the actress Elle Fanning since 2023. The relationship was made public when they attended the 81st Golden Globe Awards together in January 2024.

Filmography

Year Film Role
2025 Trophy Wife: Murder on Safari Executive producer
2022 Little Richard: I Am Everything Executive producer
2021 SuperVillain The Making Of Takashi 6ix9ine Executive producer
2019 USA v Chapo Executive producer
2015 Jackass Reunion: 15 Years Later Executive producer

References

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  4. ↑ Ember, Sydney (2017-12-21). "Rolling Stone Publisher Sells Majority Stake to Penske, Owner of Variety". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-07-04.
  5. ↑ Petski, Denise (17 October 2019). "Showtime Orders Tekashi 6ix9ine Limited Docuseries 'Supervillain' Inspired By Rolling Stone Feature". Deadline.
  6. ↑ Stenberg, Mark (25 January 2022). "Rolling Stone Names Gus Wenner CEO as the Legacy Title Expands Its Focus". AdWeek. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  7. 1 2 Hurtado, Alexandra; Blair, Caroline (March 15, 2026). "Who Is Elle Fanning's Boyfriend? All About Gus Wenner". People. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
  8. ↑ Weprin, Alex (2026-01-29). "Gus Wenner Launches VC Firm, Bets That Social Show 'Track Star' Is "MTV of Today"". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2026-01-29.
  9. ↑ Paul, Larisha (July 16, 2025). "Convicted Killer Phones in From Prison in "Trophy Wife: Murder on Safari" Docuseries Trailer". Rolling Stone. Retrieved July 18, 2025.
  10. ↑ "CNN Films, HBO Max Commission LITTLE RICHARD: I AM EVERYTHING (w.t.) Produced By Bungalow Media + Entertainment". CNN. 26 May 2022. Archived from the original on May 27, 2022. Retrieved 8 April 2023.
  11. ↑ "'Supervillain' Filmmakers Discuss the Making of Their New Tekashi 6ix9ine Docuseries". Rolling Stone. 19 February 2021. Retrieved 26 November 2021.
  12. ↑ de Moraes, Lisa; Pedersen, Erik (28 February 2019). "Rolling Stone Docu Series 'USA V Chapo' Premieres On Facebook Watch In March". Deadline. Retrieved 2 December 2021.