Ex-Braves owner, media mogul Turner dies at 87

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Ex-Braves owner, media mogul Turner dies at 87

Ex-Braves owner, media mogul Turner dies at 87

Ted Turner, the former owner of the Braves and Hawks who made his mark as a media mogul and a philanthropist, has died at the age of 87.

Ex-Braves owner, media mogul Turner dies at 87

Ted Turner, the former owner of the Braves and Hawks who made his mark as a media mogul and a philanthropist, has died at the age of 87.

Ted Turner, the legendary media mogul and former owner of the Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Hawks, passed away at the age of 87. Known for his larger-than-life personality and visionary leadership, Turner transformed the sports world by bringing the Braves to national prominence through his groundbreaking superstation, WTBS. Under his ownership, the Braves became "America's Team," winning multiple division titles and a World Series championship in 1995. Turner's impact extended beyond the diamond; he also owned the Hawks and was a pioneer in cable television, founding CNN and TNT. A passionate philanthropist, he donated billions to environmental causes. For sports fans, Turner's legacy is a reminder of how one man's bold vision can change the game forever.

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