Ted Turner, media tycoon who founded CNN, dies at age 87

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Ted Turner, founder of CNN, died at 87.
He had been battling Lewy body dementia since revealing his diagnosis in 2018.
Turner launched CNN in 1980, revolutionizing news consumption with the first 24-hour cable news network.
His business empire included TBS, TNT, and Turner Classic Movies.
He owned the Atlanta Hawks and the Atlanta Braves, with the Braves winning the World Series in 1995.
Turner was also known for his environmental activism, dedicating land to save the American bison.
He had a notable marriage to Jane Fonda and considered her the great love of his life.
Despite a controversial public image for some, his legacy includes significant conservation efforts.

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