Trump Mourns Ted Turner: 'One of the Greatest of All Time'In a public statement, former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his condolences following the death of Ted Turner, the visionary founder of CNN. Turner passed away at the age of 87 on Wednesday, October 6, 2025.
Trump paid tribute to the media mogul, describing him as "one of the greatest of all time." The statement highlights the significant impact Turner had on the global media landscape through his creation of the Cable News Network (CNN).
Ted Turner's legacy extends beyond founding CNN; he was a pioneering figure in cable television and a prominent philanthropist. His passing marks the end of an era in broadcasting.