Sean Giancola to Step Down as Publisher & CEO of New York Post Media Group
Business Wire•06/10/2026•10:34 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Sean Giancola stepping down as New York Post Media Group Publisher and CEO
- ➤News Corp begins search for Giancola’s successor
- ➤Giancola will remain through early next year for a smooth transition
- ➤New York Post Media Group returned to profitability under Giancola’s leadership
- ➤The California Post became meaningful California media presence in under a year
Expert Statements
Robert Thomson, Chief Executive of News Corp
“Sean has been a savvy steward of the Post during a period of profound media upheaval, and his transformative leadership helped the Post turn profitable for the first time in decades. His passion and his integrity have been vital ingredients in the Post’s sterling success, and his positive impact will resonate for many years to come.”
Lachlan Murdoch, Chair of News Corp
“Sean has been a tenacious leader and trusted partner in growing the New York Post Media Group. Sean’s vision and commercial capabilities leave behind a stronger, more agile media group that is fully equipped to thrive in a digital-first era. I thank Sean for his relentless dedication and wish him every success in his next chapter.”
Rupert Murdoch, Chairman Emeritus of News Corp
“The New York Post’s fearless, common-sense journalism has never played a more crucial role in society, and Sean has been an exceptional leader for this cherished publication through a critical period of digital growth. His leadership and commitment to our readers leaves a lasting mark on the brand, and I am grateful for his years of dedicated service.”
Sean Giancola, Publisher and Chief Executive Officer of New York Post Media Group
“Leading the New York Post Media Group has been an immense privilege. I am incredibly proud of the work that’s been accomplished over the last seven-and-a-half years, from expanding our iconic brand into a truly national publication, to innovating across digital platforms and to bringing the Post’s world-class reporting to more readers than ever before. My heartfelt thanks go to Lachlan and Rupert Murdoch, and to Robert Thomson for their support, and I look forward to watching the Post continue to thrive well into the future.”
Sean Giancola to Step Down as Publisher & CEO of New York Post Media Group
After more than a decade of transformative leadership at New York Post Media Group—including seven years as Publisher and Chief Executive Officer—Sean Giancola has announced he is stepping down from the company. A search for a new CEO is underway, and Sean has agreed to remain with the Post through early next year to ensure a smooth transition.
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