Trump, Ric Flair, Atlanta Braves, media personalities react to Ted Turner’s death: ‘One of the Greats of All Time’
Published on May 6, 2026.
Ted Turner, the billionaire founder of CNN, has died at 87. The news of Turner's death has sparked reactions from celebrities including Donald Trump, Ric Flair, and the Atlanta Braves. Former head of CNN called Turner "the most fearless journalist I've ever seen," referring to his fearless stance against corporate overlords and political leaders. He also made giving cool and saved countless lives. Turner’s leadership and innovative approach to broadcast television transformed the Braves into ‘America’�s Team’ under his leadership, leading to one of the greatest runs of sustained excellence in Major League Baseball history and a World Series championship.
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