Biography of Ted Turner
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Robert Edward Turner III |
| Date of Birth | 19 November 1938 |
| Place of Birth | Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. |
| Date of Death | - |
| Place of Death | - |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | United States |
| Education | Brown University |
| Profession | Media Proprietor, Producer, Philanthropist, Environmentalist |
| Years of Activity | 1963-present |
| Brief Information | Ted Turner founded Cable News Network (CNN) in 1980, establishing the first 24-hour cable news channel. He also founded Turner Broadcasting System (TBS) and made significant contributions to the development of cable television. Turner is also recognized for his philanthropy, notably a $1 billion donation to establish the United Nations Foundation. |