Ted Turner

Robert Edward Turner III was an American entrepreneur, television producer, media proprietor, and philanthropist. He founded the Cable News Network, the first 24-hour cable news channel. In addition, he... Wikipedia

• Born:  Robert Edward Turner III, November 19, 1938, Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
• Age at death:  87 years
• Died:  May 6, 2026, Tallahassee, Florida
• Alma mater:  Brown University
• Occupation:  Entrepreneur, television producer, media proprietor, philanthropist
• Years active:  1960–2018
• Known for:  Founder of TNT, TBS, CNN and Cartoon Network, Co-founder of the Nuclear Threat Initiative, Atlanta Hawks owner, Atlanta Braves owner, Atlanta Thrashers owner, World Championship Wrestling owner, Co-founder of Ted's Montana Grill, Founder of TV-6, Co-creator of Captain Planet and the Planeteers
• Children:  5
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