The New Yorker Celebrates Centenary with Gillian Laub's Intimate Portraits of 29 Notable New Yorkers

New York, NY – The New Yorker magazine has unveiled a new photographic portfolio by Gillian Laub, titled "Living Rooms of Notable New Yorkers," offering an intimate glimpse into the private spaces of the city's influential figures. The project, featured in the magazine's centenary issue, showcases individuals like Chloë Sevigny and the Reverend Al Sharpton within their homes, surrounded by personal artifacts. This collection is a cornerstone of the magazine's celebration of 100 years of publishing.

The portfolio revisits a concept first explored in 1995 by photographer Dominique Nabokov, whose "Living Rooms" series captured the interiors of notable New Yorkers without their residents. For its centennial, The New Yorker commissioned Laub to update this concept, this time including the inhabitants to reveal a deeper connection between individuals and their defining possessions. The magazine announced the portfolio, stating, "Go inside the living rooms of notable New Yorkers... with a portfolio from the photographer Gillian Laub, which features the city’s powerful figures amid the precious objects that define them."

Among the more than two dozen prominent New Yorkers featured are Diane von Furstenberg, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sarah Sherman, Anna Sorokin, Spike Lee, Gloria Steinem, Alex Soros, and Emily Ratajkowski. The selection aims to capture a diverse cross-section of the city's cultural, political, and artistic landscape. The photographs delve into what these gathering spaces reveal about the subjects, as reflected in an accompanying introduction by Naomi Fry.

Gillian Laub's distinctive approach captures the essence of these powerful figures within their personal sanctuaries. The project involved intensive scheduling, with 29 shoots conducted over just four weeks, highlighting Laub's dedication and collaborative spirit. This collection serves as a visual testament to the enduring allure and diverse character of New York City and its residents, marking a significant moment in The New Yorker's storied history.