Edward Graydon Carter (born July 14, 1949, in Toronto, Canada) is a prominent Canadian-American journalist, editor, and media executive, and the former editor of Vanity Fair. He began his career after high school in Trenton, Ontario, with a brief stint as a lineman for Canadian National Railways. Carter attended the University of Ottawa and later Carleton University but did not graduate from either institution. His early professional experience included working as a staff writer for Time magazine, covering business, law, and other topics. In 1986, he co-founded the satirical monthly magazine Spy with Kurt Andersen and Tom Phillips, which gained a cult following for its irreverent take on media and celebrity culture.

Carter's most notable achievement came in July 1992 when he became editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair, a position he held until 2017, spanning 25 years. Under his leadership, the magazine transformed into a powerhouse of celebrity journalism, in-depth political reporting, and cultural long-form features, significantly elevating its influence in the media landscape and shaping its coverage of celebrity and power. Known for his urbane elegance, signature white hair, and collection of Hermès handkerchiefs, Carter became a fixture in New York media circles. He is a family man, father to five grown children from multiple relationships.

In 2019, Carter co-launched Air Mail, a weekly newsletter with Alessandra Stanley, targeted at 'worldly cosmopolitans' with a focus on culture, travel, and news. Throughout his career, he has also ventured into acting and producing, appearing in films like Arbitrage. Carter's contributions have earned him recognition, including being made a Member of the Order of Canada (CM), underscoring his impact on journalism.