Rupert Murdoch, 91, Announces Engagement to Longtime Partner Ann Leslie Smith, 63

Media mogul Rupert Murdoch, 91, has announced his engagement to his longtime partner, actress and former model Ann Leslie Smith, 63.

The couple has been together for more than a decade and reportedly got engaged earlier this month while on vacation in the Caribbean.

Murdoch is the founder and executive chairman of News Corp, one of the world’s largest media companies, which owns outlets such as Fox News, The Wall Street Journal, and the New York Post. He has been married four times previously and has six children.

Smith is a former actress and model who has appeared in several television shows and films. She has been in a relationship with Murdoch since 2013, and the couple has been spotted together at various events and functions over the years.

The news of their engagement has sparked interest and speculation among the media and the public, with many wondering about the couple’s future plans and the impact of the engagement on Murdoch’s business affairs.

Murdoch’s age and his vast media empire have raised questions about the future of News Corp and who will eventually take over the company. Murdoch’s eldest son, Lachlan Murdoch, is currently the executive chairman of News Corp, while his younger son, James Murdoch, has distanced himself from the family business in recent years.

Despite these uncertainties, Murdoch’s engagement with Smith has been met with good wishes and congratulations from many in the media industry and beyond. The couple’s relationship has been described as a “love story” and a testament to the power of finding love later in life.

As of now, no official announcement has been made about the wedding date or other details surrounding the engagement. However, it is expected that Murdoch and Smith will tie the knot in a private ceremony with close friends and family in attendance.

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