Global Media Executive & CEO at Fox Corporation; Chairman of News Corp; Founder of Illyria Pty

Sydney, Australia
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Lachlan Murdoch Biography

Lachlan Murdoch serves as executive chairman and CEO of Fox Corporation and chairman of News Corp, overseeing two major global media companies. Fox Corporation's assets include broadcast networks and television stations, while News Corp owns publishers of major newspapers such as The Times and The Wall Street Journal, as well as tabloids including The Sun and the New York Post. Fox Corporation is controlled by Murdoch through a family trust holding 36 percent of voting shares.

Murdoch began his media career after earning a Bachelor of Arts from Princeton University. He started at the Murdoch newspapers in Australia, eventually becoming publisher of The Australian, the country's first national newspaper. He was later appointed deputy CEO of News Limited in Australia and joined the News Corporation board. Murdoch also served as deputy chief operating officer of News Corp's global print operations, executive director, and senior executive vice president. He oversaw HarperCollins Publishers and News Corporation's Australian business lines, including REA Group, a leading online real estate company.

After leaving News Corp, Murdoch founded Illyria Pty, a private investment company. Illyria acquired a 50 percent stake in DMG Radio, which later expanded into pay television and was renamed NOVA Entertainment. As chairman of NOVA, Murdoch led the company to significant growth, with the network becoming a leading FM radio broadcaster in Australia. Illyria eventually acquired full ownership of NOVA Entertainment.

Murdoch returned to the family’s global operations as co-chairman of 21st Century Fox and later executive chairman, serving until the merger of 21st Century Fox and The Walt Disney Company. Following the merger, he became executive chairman and CEO of the newly formed Fox Corporation, focusing on news, sports, and broadcast television. Murdoch assumed the chairmanship of both Fox Corporation and News Corp after his father's retirement. He controls Fox through a family trust, consolidating ownership after resolving a legal dispute with his siblings.

Under Murdoch's leadership, Fox Corporation has pursued growth in news, sports, entertainment, and digital media. The Fox broadcast network achieved a significant fall launch, and entertainment revenue at Fox increased after a period of stagnation. Murdoch's contract extension included adjustments to his compensation package. With a media portfolio spanning multiple continents and platforms, Murdoch continues to influence the global media landscape.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/03/2026.

Lachlan Murdoch Videos

Lachlan Murdoch condemns new Australian anti terror laws as press ...

Lachlan Murdoch condemns new Australian anti terror laws as press ...

24/10/14 News Corp Co-Chairman Lachlan Murdoch has invoked the memory of his war correspondent grandfather Sir Keith Murdoch while hitting out at new...

Lachlan Murdoch on Chris Mitchell - YouTube

Lachlan Murdoch on Chris Mitchell - YouTube

Chris Mitchell was the editor-in-chief of The Australian for 12 years and is the author of Making Headlines. https://www.mup.com.au/items/191887

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Exclusive: Andrew Bell Talks With Lachlan Murdoch - eNewsletter ...

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