New York (Monitoring Desk) The world-renowned American broadcasting pioneer and founder of the global media network CNN, Ted Turner, has passed away at the age of 87.
CNN confirmed his death, citing a statement from Turner Enterprises, although the cause of his death has not yet been disclosed.
Ted Turner was widely regarded as a revolutionary figure in modern television journalism and a bold media personality. He founded the world’s first 24-hour news channel, CNN, in 1980, which permanently transformed global broadcast journalism.
Known for his outspoken, unconventional, and distinctive style, he held a prominent place in the media world and was often referred to by nicknames such as “Captain Outrageous,” “Mouth of the South,” and “Terrible Ted.”