Ted Turner, CNN Founder, Passes Away at 87 After Battle with Dementia
Ted Turner, the influential media entrepreneur who founded CNN, has died at the age of 87. Turner was known for creating the first 24-hour cable news channel, CNN, which revolutionized the news industry with its round-the-clock coverage. He passed away after a long battle with Lewy body dementia, surrounded by his family. Turner was a pivotal figure in the media landscape, having also launched Turner Network Television, The Cartoon Network, and Turner Classic Movies. His decision to launch CNN in 1980 marked a significant shift in news broadcasting, particularly during the Gulf War in 1991, when CNN's live coverage from Baghdad brought the network international acclaim. Turner later sold his company to Time Warner and focused on philanthropy, donating significant sums to global causes. 
