Rupert Murdoch & Jerry Hall’s Wedlock Hits the B.S.
Short & sweet: The media mogul and ex-supermodel have decided to part ways. The New York Times announced the split on June 22, citing insiders familiar with the story.
What’s the deal?
- Murdoch and Hall tied the knot in a low‑key ceremony in March 2016 at a London venue.
- They made headlines together: from the lavish spree at Spencer House to a 90‑year‑old Murdoch’s birthday bash at Tavern on the Green in NYC.
- With this divorce, his corporate holdings—Fox Corp and News Corp—won’t take a hit. The 91‑year‑old still owns a 40 % voting share of each company through a Reno‑based family trust.
- Murdoch’s net worth is around $17.7 billion, and he recently sold the Fox film studios to Disney for a whopping $71.3 billion.
Why is this a no‑pivot for business?
Just like a Netflix series that ends its opening season but continues the main storyline, the divorce won’t shuffle ownership. Murdoch still holds the reins over both media giants.
And the human side…
The 65‑year‑old Hall reportedly did not respond to comment requests. Murdoch’s spokesperson, Bryce Tom, chose silence over chatter. That’s drama for you.
Quick look at his past marriages:
- Patricia Booker – 1966 (1 daughter)
- Anna Murdoch Mann – 1999 (3 children)
- Wendi Deng – 2014 (2 daughters)
- Now: Jerry Hall – 2024 ()
So, the news is: even titans of media can split. Their legacy—an empire stretching around the globe—remains untouched, but the personal chapter has closed.
