The American Society of Magazine Editors (ASME) announced the winners of the 60th annual National Magazine Awards. Esquire, the definitive publication for men around the world, has been named a winner of the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in the Service and Lifestyle category.
This esteemed recognition celebrates Esquire’s commitment to creativity, compelling storytelling, and cultural relevance. Under the visionary leadership of Editor-in-Chief Michael Sebastian, Esquire has continued to set the standard for engaging and impactful journalism that resonates with a sophisticated, style-conscious audience.
“Take a look at the National Magazine Awards 2025 winners and what you immediately see is the staggering variety of the work—that and the equally staggering quality of the reporting and writing,” said Sidney Holt, the executive director of ASME. “It all just proves there’s nothing like a great magazine piece.”
The National Magazine Awards are widely regarded as the pinnacle of excellence in the publishing industry, celebrating the most outstanding achievements in magazine media. Winning the General Excellence award highlights Esquire as a leader in service and lifestyle journalism, offering readers both inspiration and practical insights that shape their worlds.
