Ted Turner, Former Owner of Braves and Hawks, Passes Away at 87
Ted Turner, the former owner of the Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Hawks, has died at the age of 87. Turner was a prominent media mogul and philanthropist, known for his significant contributions to the sports and media industries. His ownership of the Braves and Hawks marked a transformative period for both teams, with the Braves achieving considerable success under his leadership. Turner's influence extended beyond sports, as he was instrumental in the founding of CNN, the first 24-hour news network, which revolutionized news broadcasting.