Acting
Ted Turner
1938-2026
Known for Jane Fonda in Five Acts, Gettysburg, Gods and Generals.
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Born11/19/1938
Died05/06/2026
AgeDied at 87
BirthplaceCincinnati, Ohio, USA
DepartmentActing
Also known asRobert Edward Turner III
Biography
Robert Edward Turner III (November 19, 1938 — May 6, 2026) was an American media proprietor and producer, known for having founded the Cable News Network (CNN) and WTBS, later known as TBS. He was also owner of World Championship Wrestling (WCW) during the 1990s.
