Rupert Murdoch, the media tycoon, is set to tie the knot once again, this time with his girlfriend, Elena Zhukova, in June, as reported by The New York Times.
At 92, Murdoch is no stranger to marriage, having been wed four times previously. His colorful personal life has often been a subject of interest for tabloids across three continents, a domain he significantly influenced.
Zhukova, a retired molecular biologist from Russia who immigrated to the United States, is 67 years old, making her a quarter-century younger than Murdoch, according to The Times. Her daughter, Dasha Zhukova, previously married to Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, is known for her involvement in the arts and entrepreneurship.
The upcoming wedding is slated to take place at Murdoch’s California vineyard and estate, Moraga.
Murdoch’s previous marriage was to model Jerry Hall, once the partner of Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger. He has six children from his previous marriages, starting with his first wife, Patricia Booker, whom he divorced in the late 1960s. His second wife, Anna Torv, a newspaper reporter, was with him for over 30 years before their divorce in 1999. His third marriage to Wendi Deng ended in 2013.
As one of the most influential figures in the media landscape, Murdoch’s empire includes The Wall Street Journal, Fox News, and various other significant outlets, with a net worth exceeding $20 billion according to Forbes.
