The top potential successors are four current Apple executives, each heading a different part of the company. Here’s a look.

No final decisions have been made about Cook’s successor or the timing of his departure, the FT says. However, Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering John Ternus is reportedly seen as the most likely candidate for the company’s next CEO.

A behind-the-scenes leadership shift at Apple suggests a new figure is emerging as the strongest contender to replace Tim Cook — and reshape the future of t

The list of potential contenders to succeed Tim Cook as the next CEO of Apple includes at least our top executives – but the exact timing of his exit remains unclear.

While succession plans are underway, an earlier report that said that Tim Cook would announce his retirement timeline before WWDC 2026 is being called false.

Few corporate records come close, and the scale of Cook’s achievement makes Apple’s succession process a delicate one

Apple CEO Tim Cook is reportedly preparing to step down early next year. The iPhone has stepped up efforts to replace the 65-year-old who took over the role in 2011 after the resignation of co-founder Steve Jobs.

Stepping into a previous CEO’s shoes is tricky—particularly if they’ve been successful.

Tim Cook, CEO of Apple and Auburn graduate, was seen during the Tiger Walk ahead of the 2025 Iron Bowl Saturday. See if you can spot him in the video player above. Sign up for our Newsletters Cook was born in Robertsdale,