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Philanthropist and Author Anna Murdoch-Mann Dies at 92

2/20/2026

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Anna Murdoch-Mann died February 17 at her home in Palm Beach, Florida.
Born Anna Torv in Glasgow, Scotland, she emigrated to Australia at age nine.
She was married to Rupert Murdoch for 31 years and helped grow News Corp.
After their divorce, she pursued philanthropy for children in need and authored three novels.
She is survived by her husband, three children, ten grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

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Anna Murdoch-Mann died February 17 at her home in Palm Beach, Florida.
Born Anna Torv in Glasgow, Scotland, she emigrated to Australia at age nine.
She was married to Rupert Murdoch for 31 years and helped grow News Corp.
After their divorce, she pursued philanthropy for children in need and authored three novels.
She is survived by her husband, three children, ten grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.