New Delhi, May 07: Media pioneer and CNN founder Ted Turner died on Wednesday at the age of 87, Turner Enterprises announced. Widely regarded as the man who revolutionised television news, Turner launched CNN in 1980 as the world’s first 24-hour news channel, changing the way global audiences consumed breaking news.
Known for his bold business style and outspoken personality, Turner built a major media empire that included cable superstation TBS and ownership of sports teams such as the Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Hawks.
He later sold his networks to Time Warner but continued to describe CNN as the “greatest achievement” of his life, reports CNN..
Apart from media, Turner was also known for his philanthropy, environmental conservation work and advocacy for nuclear disarmament.
He founded the United Nations Foundation and played a major role in bison conservation in the United States.
Turner is survived by his five children, 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, media reported.
