Ted Turner, CNN founder and media pioneer, dies at 87
Media mogul Ted Turner has died at the age of 87. His passing prompted tributes from political figures, including former US President Donald Trump. Turner was best known for founding CNN and shaping modern cable news.
Trump also used the moment to comment on the current state of CNN and recent media industry deals. Turner launched CNN in 1980, revolutionising 24-hour news coverage. In 1995, he sold the network to Time Warner, a move that later became part of broader media consolidation. After the sale, he frequently warned about the dangers of corporate control over news and entertainment.
During the 2016 election, Turner publicly backed Hillary Clinton over Trump. Despite this political divide, Trump acknowledged Turner’s legacy after his death. The former president also criticised CNN’s direction, calling it 'woke' and lacking credibility.
Trump’s remarks extended to recent industry shifts, referencing Paramount’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery—CNN’s parent company. He suggested such deals could further reshape media ownership and influence public discourse. Turner’s death marks the end of an era for cable news. His pioneering work at CNN remains a defining part of his legacy. Meanwhile, debates over media consolidation and journalistic standards continue to evolve in the industry.
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