Amanda Gorman makes history as first poet on the cover of Vogue

By Alyssa Wilson Published: April 7, 2021

Amanda Gorman makes history as first poet on the cover of Vogue

In this image provided by Sun Literary Arts, Amanda Gorman, 22, is poses for a photo on Jan. 14, 2019. The country's next inaugural poet is an old pro at ceremonial occasions — and she's only 22. Amanda Gorman has written for everything from a July 4 celebration featuring the Boston Pops Orchestra to the inauguration at Harvard University for school president Larry Bacon. (Kelia Anne/Sun Literary Arts via AP)

By: Alyssa Wilson

Amanda Gorman, youth poet laureate, is the first poet to grace the cover of Vogue Magazine.

She made the announcement and shared photos on Instagram.

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Although she is the first, she said she does not expect to be the last.

“The first poet ever on the cover of Vogue Magazine. I am eternally grateful and do not expect to be the last-for what is poetry if not beauty,” the post read.

The 22-year-old rose to fame after reciting her poem The Hill We Climb at the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. This earned her the title of the youngest inaugural poet.