Sassy's tone was bright but sharp, led by Jane Pratt and a mostly female editorial team, addressing topics like teen suicide and gender fluidity.
Contributors like Spike Jonze and Michael Stipe were Sassy disciples, reflecting the magazine's influential cultural impact and its tailored approach to youth voices.
Ms. Pratt, a pioneer in the teen magazine landscape, shifted from Sassy to founding Jane and later xoJane, influencing media's direction for young women.
Despite her achievements, Ms. Pratt experienced setbacks, including a short-lived talk show and an unfinished project, DeeDa, showcasing the challenges of media entrepreneurship.
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