Rupert Murdoch

Australian-American business magnate

Rupert Murdoch

Australian-American business magnate

Murdoch Declines $6m Bonus Amid NoW Phone Hacking Controversy

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  • Friday, 02 September 2011

James Murdoch declined a $6m bonus due to the controversy over phone hacking at News of the World, while his father Rupert received a $12.5m bonus. James' total remuneration for the year was $33.3m, up 47%. He stated that declining the bonus was the "right thing to do" and will consult with the compensation committee about future bonuses.

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