Rupert Murdoch, 93, married retired marine biologist Elena Zhukova, 67, in a ceremony at his Bel-Air vineyard estate in California.

This is Murdoch's fifth marriage, and the couple had a brief courtship before exchanging vows.

Elena Zhukova was previously married to billionaire Alexander Zhukov and has a daughter, Dasha, linked to Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich and now married to a son of Greek shipping magnate Phillip Niarchos.

Murdoch's ownership of News Corp and Fox voting shares is not expected to change despite his new marriage.

Murdoch recently stepped down from leading his media empire, with his son taking over the leadership.

The couple's wedding occurs amidst other significant news events, such as a townhouse collapse in Sydney and Panama's evacuation of an island due to rising sea levels.

Murdoch's media empire, including Fox News, continues to have a substantial influence on American and British politics.

Fox News, founded in 1996, has significantly impacted conservative audiences and politicians.