The 92-year-old billionaire media mogul has made headlines as a face of conservative media.
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The end of Rupert Murdoch’s reign
Rupert Murdoch’s succession drama has finally reached its finale. The media mogul is stepping down from his role at Fox and News Corp., leaving his oldest son, Lachlan Murdoch, sole chair of the company. Australian-born Murdoch built a global media empire that influenced news, culture, and politics, most prominently right-leaning Fox News, which shaped American media and politics, particularly during Trump’s presidency.
a real-life version of 'Succession'
Murdoch's departure will leave his oldest son, Lachlan Murdoch, sole chair of News Corp. while continuing as executive chair and CEO of Fox Corp.
Lachlan Murdoch was previously the executive chairman and CEO of Fox News and News Corp.
For decades, it was unclear which of Murdoch's children would rise up as the head of Fox Corp., the parent company of Fox News, and News Corp., an empire that includes The Wall Street Journal, New York Post, and the UK's The Times, among other assets.
The family tree
The Murdoch family has an infamous knack for dramatics, so much so that some events were plucked from reality and put in a HBO hit series.
How Murdoch influenced politics
From the Dominion lawsuit to the upcoming 2024 elections, Murdoch's media empire has been a force in American politics.
What was it like working for Murdoch?
Surrounded by scandals and accusations, some viewed Murdoch's leadership as being similar to that of a 'mafia boss.'
