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Apple Leadership Shift, Pucci Honored, Keaton Auction, Herzog Workshop, Gates Curates Prada Ceramics

other · 2026-04-21

On September 1, Apple will undergo a leadership change, with Tim Cook stepping into the role of executive chairman and John Ternus taking over as CEO. Cook, who has been at the helm since 2011, will concentrate on strategic oversight, while Ternus, a seasoned veteran with 25 years at Apple, will spearhead the company’s AI and innovation initiatives. Ralph Pucci was honored with France's Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by Mohamed Bouabdallah for his 50-year impact on modern design. Bonhams plans to auction items from Diane Keaton’s estate, featuring clothing and memorabilia. Additionally, Werner Herzog conducted a filmmaking workshop in the Azores for 50 attendees, and Theaster Gates is curating a special Prada Home collection for Milan Design Week 2026. Other highlights include various art events, such as MoMA PS1's anniversary and Frieze New York programming.

Key facts

  • Tim Cook becomes Apple executive chairman on September 1
  • John Ternus becomes Apple CEO after 25 years at the company
  • Ralph Pucci awarded France's Ordre des Arts et des Lettres
  • Bonhams auctions Diane Keaton's estate items including film memorabilia
  • Werner Herzog hosted an 11-day workshop in the Azores costing $10,000 per participant
  • Theaster Gates curated Prada Home ceramics collection for Milan Design Week 2026
  • Prada Home collection features Japanese artists Taira Kuroki, Shion Tabata, Yuichi Hirano, Koichi Ohara
  • Apple's transition marks Cook's nearly 15-year tenure as CEO

Entities

Artists

  • Tim Cook
  • John Ternus
  • Ralph Pucci
  • Diane Keaton
  • Werner Herzog
  • Theaster Gates
  • Taira Kuroki
  • Shion Tabata
  • Yuichi Hirano
  • Koichi Ohara
  • Emilio Pucci
  • Pablo Picasso
  • Marcel Duchamp

Institutions

  • Apple
  • Bonhams
  • Villa Albertine
  • Prada Home
  • Dallas Museum of Art
  • Artsy
  • Artnet
  • Art Dubai
  • EXPO Chicago
  • MoMA PS1
  • Salone del Mobile
  • MoMA
  • Edge at Hudson Yards
  • Frieze New York
  • Rolex
  • LACMA
  • David Geffen Galleries
  • Casa Tua
  • Drift

Locations

  • São Miguel
  • Azores
  • Milan
  • Italy
  • Via Montenapoleone
  • Chicago
  • United States
  • Capri
  • Sicily
  • Cabo
  • Mexico
  • Dallas
  • New York
  • Hawaii
  • Australia
  • India
  • France
  • Japan
  • Switzerland

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