The Murdoch ‘real life Succession’ legacy

September 24, 2023

The TV show Succession is playing out in real life after Rupert Murdoch stepped down as chair of News Corp and Fox Corporation. The 92-year-old’s eldest son, Lachlan, has been named as his successor, but three of his siblings will eventually inherit a share in the family business.

Is Lachlan’s legacy set in stone? What impact will this decision have on the Murdoch legacy?

CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel

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The Murdoch ‘real life Succession’ legacy