Ted Turner, the media mogul who revolutionized cable news with the founding of CNN, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 87. Known for establishing stable networks like TBS, TNT, and Cartoon Network, Turner also became one of America’s largest landowners, dedicating efforts to bison population restoration. NBC’s Joe Fryer provides an overview of Turner’s remarkable achievements and enduring legacy.
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