John Sculley — Steve Jobs Character Profile

About John Sculley

Apple CEO who publicly distances himself from the board’s decision to oust Jobs. He engages in tense negotiations with Jobs, maintains professional friction, and later reconciles with him. Their secret meeting reveals mutual respect and provides insight into Jobs’ psychological drivers and leadership history.

Character Facts

Played by

Jeff Daniels

Appears in

Steve Jobs (2015)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• John Sculley — Professional Former Executive — Steve Jobs (Michael Fassbender)

  Their Apple relationship is defined by executive authority and Jobs' removal.

  Sculley is Apple's CEO, and the plot describes the board's decision to force Jobs out while Sculley discusses the event with him.

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