Apple CEO Tim Cook to Step Down, John Ternus Named New Chief

Tim Cook will serve as CEO through the summer and work closely with new CEO John Ternus to ensure a smooth transition.

Apple CEO Tim Cook holds an iPhone 17 during an Apple special event at Apple headquarters in Cupertino, Calif., on Sept. 9, 2025. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

Apple announced a shakeup to its top leadership on April 20, with Tim Cook to become executive chairman of the company’s board of directors and John Ternus the next CEO.

In a statement, Apple said the decisions were unanimously approved by the board and follow a “thoughtful, long-term succession planning process.”