The Lesson of Gavin Newsom’s Win; Reinventing the ‘L.A. Times’; Prince Charles Is “Incredibly Sad”

[West Side Story: Watch Tony and Maria Fall in Love in First Official Trailer]( [View in your browser]( | [Update your preferences](newsletter=vf) [Vanity Fair's Cocktail Hour logo image]( A daily digest of things to discuss over drinks September 15, 2021 [Monica Lewinsky and Bill Clinton’s Meetings on Impeachment: American Crime Story vs. Real Life]( [A look back at what Lewinsky, Clinton, and the Starr report said about the meetings depicted in the second episode of Impeachment, “The President Kissed Me.”]( [R E A D M O R E »]( [Kevin Merida Wants to Reinvent the L.A. Times]( [The new executive editor of the L.A. Times rode a stellar career to helm California’s paper of record. Hopes are high that he can ensure its future looks brighter than its tortured past.]( [R E A D M O R E »]( [Image may contain: Charles, Prince of Wales, Clothing, Apparel, Human, Person, Suit, Coat, Overcoat, Tie, and Accessories]( [Prince Charles Is Reportedly “Incredibly Sad” He Hasn’t Met His Granddaughter Lilibet]( [But a royal expert says that Queen Elizabeth’s upcoming Platinum Jubilee could be the perfect moment for the royal family and Prince Harry to reconnect.]( [R E A D M O R E »]( [Image may contain: Necklace, Jewelry, Accessories, Accessory, Art, Human, and Person]( [How Richard E. Grant Found Empowerment Through Drag]( [The Oscar nominee brings fabulous gravitas to Everybody’s Talking About Jamie—and sings its most powerful song.]( [R E A D M O R E »]( [Image may contain: Symbol, Flag, Human, Person, Crowd, Gavin Newsom, and Text]( [The Lesson of Gavin Newsom’s Big Win Is Actually Pretty Simple]( [It turns out most Californians are not into Trumpism. Whether Newsom’s strategy translates nationwide is an open question.]( [R E A D M O R E »]( Sponsored [Ready to Make Changes for Your Health?]( [Noom has a revolutionary approach to weight loss. Using psychology to focus on why you make choices, and how to make better ones, Noom helps you achieve lasting change. Noom’s support system is with you every step of the way, and a personal goal specialist helps you stay on track.]( [R E A D M O R E »]( Get on the list Subscribe to our Hollywood newsletter for your essential industry and awards-season news, every day. [Sign Up Now]( [Condé Nast Spotlight | The breaking news and top stories everyone is talking about. All in one place. The most popular stories from Vogue, GQ, The New Yorker, Vanity Fair, Wired, Architectural Digest and more. STAY INFORMED]( [Vanity Fair Logo](www.vanityfair.com) [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( This e-mail was sent to you by VANITY FAIR. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our e-mail address, vanityfair@newsletter.vf.com, to your address book. View our [Privacy Policy]( [Unsubscribe](newsletter=vf) Copyright © Condé Nast 2021. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved.