Rupert Murdoch
Rupert Murdoch | |
|---|---|
| Born | Keith Rupert Murdoch Birth date -1st March 1966 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Media proprietor |
| Known for | Founder of News Corp |
| Net worth | 
$21.7 billion (2023) |
| Children | 6, including Lachlan Murdoch and James Murdoch |
| Parent(s) | Keith Murdoch (father) |
| Relatives | Elisabeth Murdoch (sister) |
Keith Rupert Murdoch (born 11 March 1931) is an Australian-American media proprietor. He is the founder of News Corp, a global media conglomerate. Murdoch's career began in the 1950s when he took over the management of The News, a small newspaper in Adelaide, South Australia.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Murdoch was born in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, to Sir Keith Murdoch and Dame Elisabeth Murdoch. He attended Geelong Grammar School and later studied at Worcester College, Oxford.
Career[edit | edit source]
Early Career[edit | edit source]
Murdoch's career in media began when he inherited The News from his father in 1952. He expanded his media holdings throughout Australia and New Zealand during the 1950s and 1960s.
Expansion into the United Kingdom[edit | edit source]
In 1969, Murdoch entered the United Kingdom media market by purchasing the News of the World. He later acquired The Sun, transforming it into one of the UK's most popular tabloids.
Expansion into the United States[edit | edit source]
Murdoch moved to the United States in 1974 and became a naturalized citizen in 1985 to comply with U.S. laws regarding foreign ownership of television stations. He acquired several American media outlets, including the New York Post and The Wall Street Journal. In 1986, he launched the Fox Broadcasting Company, which became a major player in American television.
Formation of News Corp[edit | edit source]
In 1980, Murdoch established News Corporation, which became one of the world's largest media companies. The company was later split into two entities: 21st Century Fox and the new News Corp.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Murdoch has been married four times and has six children. His children Lachlan and James have held significant roles within his media empire.
Controversies[edit | edit source]
Murdoch's career has been marked by several controversies, including the News International phone hacking scandal, which led to the closure of News of the World in 2011.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Murdoch is considered one of the most influential media moguls of the modern era. His impact on global media, politics, and culture is profound, with a media empire that spans newspapers, television, and film.
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