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“The world and life have been mighty good to me. And I want to put something back.”

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Ted Turner
Ted Turner

Ted Turner, born on November 19, 1938, is an accomplished businessman. Renowned for his innovation and leadership in the media and sports industries, he is credited with founding CNN, hailed as the 'father of television news'. more

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