Rupert Murdoch

Beyond Sexual Harassment, Lesser Known Scandals Could Cost The Murdochs A $14B Deal

3:50pm April 24, 2017

by David Folkenflik

For the Murdochs, who control Fox News as part of a larger media empire, getting rid of Bill O'Reilly is a move to regain full control of the European broadcasting giant Sky in a $14.6 billion deal.

Candidate Donald Trump and media magnate Rupert Murdoch (center) at Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen, Scotland, last June.

Murdoch And Trump, An Alliance Of Mutual Interest

4:05pm March 14, 2017

by David Folkenflik

The media titan, long accustomed to influence and access when it comes to Australian and British prime ministers, is poised to enjoy similar status with President Trump.

National

Fox News Names Roger Ailes' Replacements

7:12pm August 12, 2016

by Richard Gonzales

Rupert Murdoch has selected a new leadership team of longtime network executives. Bill Shine and Jack Abernethy will be co-presidents. Ailes was forced out amid sexual harassment charges.

Fox News host Megyn Kelly moderates the Republican presidential debate in Des Moines, Iowa, on Jan. 28.

Roger Ailes' Unparalleled Impact On The Public Sphere

9:15am July 22, 2016

by David Folkenflik

No contemporary figure has done more to shape the intersection of American media and politics than Roger Ailes. He was forced out of Fox News this week following allegations of sexual harassment.

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Fox News CEO and Chairman Roger Ailes and his wife, Elizabeth Tilson, leave the News Corp. building in New York on Tuesday. Ailes is stepping down from his role and Rupert Murdoch will be taking over as chairman and acting CEO.

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Roger Ailes, Accused Of Sexual Harassment, Out As Chairman Of Fox News

5:45pm July 21, 2016

by Camila Domonoske

Ailes, the co-founder and CEO of the news channel, "has resigned from his role effective immediately," according to parent company 21st Century Fox. Rupert Murdoch is taking over in the interim.

Fox News Channel chief Roger Ailes attends a 2012 Hollywood Reporter celebration of "The 35 Most Powerful People in Media" in New York City.

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Stakes Are Raised In Sexual Harassment Suit Against Fox News Chief Ailes

2:43pm July 11, 2016

by David Folkenflik

Roger Ailes has filed countermotions against the sexual harassment suit brought by ex-anchor Gretchen Carlson. Other women, however, are coming forward with similar allegations against Ailes.

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Rupert Murdoch And Jerry Hall Say They're Getting Married

12:17pm January 12, 2016

by Bill Chappell

Murdoch, the billionaire executive chairman of News Corp., and Hall, the model and former partner of Mick Jagger, have reportedly been dating since late summer.

Rupert Murdoch (center) and his sons Lachlan (left) and James (right) are seen in a combination of file photos. Rupert Murdoch, the head of News Corp. and the Fox media empire, says he will hand over the reins of the company.

Rupert Murdoch Poised To Step Down As CEO Of 21st Century Fox

3:41pm June 11, 2015

by Scott Neuman

His son James is expected to become head of the company, while Murdoch will stay on as chairman of the boards of both 21st Century Fox and News Corp.

Media mogul Rupert Murdoch's vast empire encompasses everything from newspapers to television networks to tabloids.

A Sigh Of Relief For The Murdoch Media Empire

8:14am February 04, 2015

by David Folkenflik

The U.S. Justice Department has decided not to prosecute Rupert Murdoch's media companies for their role in a cellphone voice mail hacking scandal.