Tim Cook and John Ternus talk Apple CEO transition and more in new interview

Tim Cook and incoming CEO John Ternus appeared together at the Ted Lasso season 4 premiere and spoke with Deadline about Apple’s leadership handoff and Apple TV.

Cook said the transition is going smoothly and praised Ternus, who will become CEO on September 1.

Ternus said he is excited for the job and pointed to Apple TV’s strong current momentum.

The interview signals a steady succession plan at Apple and continuity for Apple TV as the company prepares for the change in leadership.