Rupert Murdoch, the media mogul, has cultivated a complex web of relationships with celebrities worldwide. While some, like the Kardashians, consider him as family and confidant, others, such as Prince Harry, are fighting with every fiber of their being to get this man behind bars. Undoubtedly so, this dichotomy raises questions about the nature of Murdoch's influence and power. To better understand the dynamics at play, it is essential to examine the life and legacy of this enigmatic figure. 

While his impact on the media landscape and celebrity culture is undeniable, it is way more than just multifaceted and far-reaching.

Rupert Murdoch, an Australian-born media entrepreneur, has built a vast journalism empire across the West. From humble beginnings as an editor at London's Daily Express, he founded News Corporation, acquiring numerous newspapers, tabloids, news channels, and publishing houses. His success stems from sensationalizing current affairs, focusing on crime, sex, and scandal. His notable acquisitions include British newspapers News of the World, The Sun, and The Times, as well as American tabloids like the New York Post.

Murdoch's media conglomerate dominates both American and British journalism. However, his power has been marred by controversy. In the early 2000s, News Corporation faced intense scrutiny for illegally hacking into phone calls and emails of celebrities, crime victims, and even aggrieved countrymen. This scandal has led to high-profile cases, including Hugh Grant, Prince Harry, and the royal family's legal battles against Murdoch's companies. His struggles have put a question mark on the responsibility that comes with immense media power.

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For a public figure as sensitive as Rupert Murdoch, it is unlikely that many celebrities maintain close ties for obvious reasons. However, not Hugh Jackman. 

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the Oscar nominee, Hugh Jackman, revealed his unlikely friendship with Rupert Murdoch. The fellow Australian talent met the media baron in a family setting, bonding with him years ago, at Nicole Kidman's birthday party at Soho House in New York. Jackman and Murdoch connected while holding their children in the pool, forming the base memory of their lasting friendship.

There have been times when Hugh Jackman has even come to Rupert Murdoch’s defense when he faced scrutiny in the phone-hacking scandal. Describing him as "caring and thoughtful" with a strong appreciation for long-term relationships, Jackman has publicly supported him during times of peril. Later in 2010, the friendship would become family ties when Jackman became godparents to Murdoch's youngest daughters, Grace and Chloe. 

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