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CNN Founder Ted Turner Passes Away at 87
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CNN Founder Ted Turner Passes Away at 87

From Utusan Malaysia · (35m ago) Malay Positive tone

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Ted Turner, the founder of the 24-hour cable news network CNN, has died at the age of 87.
  • Turner, known as 'The Voice of the South,' built a media empire and was recognized internationally as a sailor, philanthropist, and environmental activist.
  • CNN Worldwide Chairman and CEO Mark Thompson remembered Turner as a "giant" and the "ultimate spirit" of CNN.

Kuala Lumpur – The world of media mourns the loss of Ted Turner, the visionary founder of CNN, who passed away at the age of 87. Turner, a towering figure in broadcasting, revolutionized television news with his pioneering concept of a 24-hour news network. His influence extended far beyond the newsroom, encompassing a diverse media empire and significant philanthropic endeavors.

Dubbed 'The Voice of the South,' Turner's impact resonated globally. He not only established the first national cable television station but also championed popular channels for film and cartoons, and owned professional sports teams. His international recognition as a sailor, a philanthropist who founded the United Nations Foundation, and an activist advocating for nuclear disarmament and environmental protection highlights the breadth of his influence.

Pengasas rangkaian berita kabel 24 jam CNN, Ted Turner yang merevolusikan dunia penyiaran berita televisyen, meninggal dunia pada usia 87 tahun di sisi keluarganya, menurut kenyataan Turner Enterprises.

— Turner EnterprisesOfficial statement announcing the death of CNN founder Ted Turner.

Turner's bold vision for delivering news live from around the world, around the clock, was initially a gamble that ultimately captured the public's imagination. In 1991, Time magazine recognized his impact by naming him Man of the Year, acknowledging his role in shaping global events and bringing history to viewers in 150 countries in real-time.

Mark Thompson, Chairman and CEO of CNN Worldwide, paid tribute to Turner, calling him a "leader who was very committed, brave and always willing to take a leap of faith and trust his own judgment." Thompson added, "He was and will always be the ultimate spirit of CNN. Ted was a giant on whose shoulders we stand, and today we will all take time to remember him and his impact on our lives and the world."

Beliau adalah dan akan sentiasa menjadi semangat utama CNN. Ted ialah gergasi yang menjadi tempat kami berpijak, dan hari ini kami semua akan mengambil masa untuk mengenang beliau serta kesannya terhadap hidup kami dan dunia.

— Mark ThompsonCNN Worldwide Chairman and CEO Mark Thompson's tribute to Ted Turner.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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