Searxng/Ted Turner Celebrity Ted Turner, media titan who founded CNN, Cartoon Network & TNT, has passed away at 87 after battling Lewy body dementia. May 6, 2026 AceShowbiz - Ted Turner was a monumental figure in the entertainment industry, known for his pivotal role in founding multiple influential television networks such as Cartoon Network, CNN, and TNT. After a lengthy and impactful career building a media empire, Ted Turner eventually stepped away from his business ventures to prioritize his health.