Rupert Murdoch, the 93-year-old media mogul, tied the knot for the fifth time with Elena Zhukova, a retired molecular biologist, at his Tuscan-style vineyard estate in Bel Air, Los Angeles. The couple exchanged vows under blue skies in a private ceremony attended by notable guests like Robert K. Kraft and Robert Thomson.
The newlyweds met through Mr. Murdoch’s third wife, Wendi Deng, and their relationship was first reported by The Daily Mail last summer. Elena Zhukova, aged 67, moved to the United States from Moscow in 1991 and was previously married to billionaire energy investor Alexander Zhukov. The couple’s courtship details have been kept private, with reports suggesting they spent time vacationing on a yacht once owned by Aristotle Onassis in the Mediterranean.
Interestingly, Mr. Murdoch’s engagement to Ann Lesley Smith, a retired dental hygienist and conservative radio host, was called off last year after a brief period. On the other hand, Elena Zhukova’s first marriage to Mr. Zhukov, a British citizen, lasted three years and resulted in a daughter, Dasha Zhukova, who is now an entrepreneur and socialite.
The wedding of Rupert Murdoch and Elena Zhukova marks a new chapter in their lives, bringing together their unique backgrounds and experiences. As they embark on this journey together, the couple’s love story continues to unfold, showcasing the beauty of finding companionship later in life.