Current:Home > MyRupert Murdoch, 93, marries fifth wife Elena Zhukova: See the newlyweds -ProfitQuest Academy
Rupert Murdoch, 93, marries fifth wife Elena Zhukova: See the newlyweds
View
Date:2025-04-12 23:35:04
At age 93, Rupert Murdoch is once again a newlywed.
The media mogul and former News Corp executive chairman married girlfriend Elena Zhukova on Saturday, a representative for Murdoch confirmed to USA TODAY.
Photos from the wedding day, which were shared with USA TODAY, showed Murdoch posing with the bride as she held a bouquet of flowers. The ceremony took place at Murdoch's California vineyard and estate.
News of the wedding was previously reported by Fox News and The Sun.
Murdoch revealed his engagement to Zhukova, a 67-year-old retired molecular biologist, in March, just days ahead of his 93rd birthday. According to The Guardian, the couple met at a gathering hosted by Wendi Deng, Murdoch's third wife. They have been together since last summer, The New York Times reported.
Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Murdoch was most recently married to model Jerry Hall from 2016 to 2022. "They remain good friends and wish each other the best for the future," their attorneys told USA TODAY when their divorce was announced.
Rupert Murdochengaged to girlfriend Elena Zhukova, couple to marry in June
In 2023, Murdoch became engaged to Ann Lesley Smith, but the engagement was called off soon after it was announced.
Murdoch was previously married to Patricia Booker from 1956 to 1965, Anna Torv from 1967 to 1999 and Wendi Deng from 1999 to 2013. He has six children: Prudence, Elisabeth, Grace, Chloe, Lachlan and James.
Rupert Murdochsteps down as chairman of Fox and News Corp; son Lachlan takes over
In September, Murdoch stepped down from his roles as chair of Fox Corporation and executive chairman of News Corp. He was succeeded by his son Lachlan.
"Neither excessive pride nor false humility are admirable qualities," Murdoch said at the time. "But I am truly proud of what we have achieved collectively through the decades, and I owe much to my colleagues, whose contributions to our success have sometimes been unseen outside the company but are deeply appreciated by me."
Contributing: Saman Shafiq, Edward Segarra and Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY
veryGood! (6196)
Related
- Federal court filings allege official committed perjury in lawsuit tied to Louisiana grain terminal
- Army private who fled to North Korea is in talks to resolve military charges, lawyer says
- Finding a 1969 COPO Camaro in a barn — and it's not for sale
- DNA breakthrough solves 1963 cold case murder at Wisconsin gas station
- Angelina Jolie nearly fainted making Maria Callas movie: 'My body wasn’t strong enough'
- Georgia Appeals Court to hear arguments in December in Trump effort to disqualify Fani Willis
- Emmy nomination snubs and shocks: No 'Frasier,' but hooray for Selena Gomez
- Billy Ray Cyrus Granted Emergency Motion to Stop Ex Firerose From Using Credit Cards
- Jamie Foxx gets stitches after a glass is thrown at him during dinner in Beverly Hills
- Hillbilly Elegy rockets to top of bestseller list after JD Vance picked as Trump's VP
Ranking
- Civic engagement nonprofits say democracy needs support in between big elections. Do funders agree?
- 100K+ Amazon Shoppers Bought This Viral Disposable Face Towel Last Month, & It's 30% Off for Prime Day
- Not having Pride Night didn’t exclude Rangers from hosting All-Star Game, Manfred says
- Not having Pride Night didn’t exclude Rangers from hosting All-Star Game, Manfred says
- SFO's new sensory room helps neurodivergent travelers fight flying jitters
- I’m a Beauty Expert & These $15-And-Under Moira Cosmetics Makeup Picks Work as Well as the High-End Stuff
- Dave Portnoy rescued by Coast Guard after drifting out to sea: 'Almost lost Captain Dave'
- The Best Amazon Prime Day 2024 Home Decor Deals You Need to Shop Right Now, Items Starting at $13
Recommendation
In ‘Nickel Boys,’ striving for a new way to see
Chelsea Football Club Speaks Out After Player Enzo Fernández Faces Backlash Over Racist Chant Video
Finding a 1969 COPO Camaro in a barn — and it's not for sale
Emmy nomination snubs and shocks: No 'Frasier,' but hooray for Selena Gomez
Could your smelly farts help science?
MLB's 2024 All-Star Game uniforms got ridiculed again. Does online hate even matter?
Feds say Neo-Nazi 'murder cult' leader plotted to poison Jewish kids in New York City
John Deere ends support of ‘social or cultural awareness’ events, distances from inclusion efforts