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Ted Turner

50Mickey — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:09:10 GMT

Ted Turner died today at 87. What an amazing life. His influence on Atlanta will not be forgotten.

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gidgetgh — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:17:20 GMT

I read the news about 5 minutes before coming here. What a powerhouse he was in my beloved city of Atlanta. I actually got a little choked up when I saw the news. He could be outrageous and he was fabulous. Terrific businessman and visionary.

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deepwaterdotter — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:32:15 GMT

May his entrepreneurial American spirit live on in others.

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kaydee50 — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:47:39 GMT

I read part of his lengthy bio in the NY Times. He did live quite a life. RIP!

I wonder what will happen with TCM and if it will keep its commercial free format.

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Puzzle Piece — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:50:51 GMT

America lost another good guy.

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chessygal — Wed, 06 May 2026 16:22:19 GMT

He founded CNN and was owner of the Atlanta Braves ... rest in peace

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beach-mom — Wed, 06 May 2026 16:24:52 GMT

He had 5 children. One of his daughters became as passionate as he was about environmental issues. He was a titan.

We used to frequent Ted's Montana Grill until the one near us closed. The food was good and we always enjoyed it. Just one of his many ventures.

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Pipsqueak — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:01:02 GMT

He is (was) one of the largest private landowners in the U.S. and also owns the largest private bison herd, too.

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gidgetgh — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:02:20 GMT

He owned the Atlanta Hawks for 5 years also. And founded CNN. The list of his accomplishments goes on and on.

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Goldengate8361 — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:06:54 GMT

So sorry to hear this. He has had a tremendous impact on everyone, however. I call that a rich, well lived life. I really liked him.

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just bee — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:10:32 GMT

Compelling life story. He made his mark.

Even here in New Mexico.

Godspeed.

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chessylady — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:25:36 GMT

He passed away just before CNN becomes unrecognizable. He was once married to Jane Fonda.

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amyb — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:29:14 GMT

@chessylady wrote:
He passed away just before CNN becomes unrecognizable. He was once married to Jane Fonda.

I actually liked CNN during his era...but everything was different then....or at least seemed so. Always plenty of stuff most of us are never aware of behind the scenes of it all.

Anyway, I liked his visionary spirit, larger than life character.

May he rest well now.

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kitcat51 — Wed, 06 May 2026 18:13:30 GMT

Rest In Peace ❤️

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gidgetgh — Wed, 06 May 2026 19:25:04 GMT

From his official Facebook page.

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Shelbelle — Wed, 06 May 2026 20:09:20 GMT

Montana Grille here in MD also closed, my kids liked their Bison burgers.

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AZfem — Wed, 06 May 2026 21:48:22 GMT

I'm thankful for his founding of TCM, one of my favorite channels. They will have a tribute to him on Sunday, May 10 by showing his favorite classic, "Gone With The Wind" at 8pm EST.

He also started TNT & TBS but sold all his channels, including TCM, to Time Warner in 1996.

Rest well, Ted.

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haddon9 — Wed, 06 May 2026 21:57:20 GMT

@beach-mom wrote:
He had 5 children. One of his daughters became as passionate as he was about environmental issues. He was a titan.

We used to frequent Ted's Montana Grill until the one near us closed. The food was good and we always enjoyed it. Just one of his many ventures.

@beach-mom We used to go to Ted'sMontana Grill near us as well. I was sad when they closed down. Good restaurant!

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Luvitorleaveit1 — Wed, 06 May 2026 22:12:12 GMT

Ted Turner changed and impacted the world. What a visionary. He lived a full and amazing life. RIP.

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MoonieBaby — Wed, 06 May 2026 23:14:55 GMT

A true blue American Pioneer like few before him.

RIP Ted.