Ted Turner, the media mogul who founded CNN and transformed the landscape of American cable television, died at the age of 87. His net worth was estimated at $2.2 billion at the time of his passing. Turner was known for his bold vision and pioneering efforts in broadcasting, which included the creation of channels like TBS, TNT, Cartoon Network, and Turner Classic Movies. He played a significant role in shaping television news with CNN, the first 24-hour news channel, which set the stage for competitors like Fox News and MSNBC. Beyond his media achievements, Turner was a dedicated philanthropist, famously donating $1 billion to the United Nations in 1998 to establish the United Nations Foundation. He also co-founded the Nuclear Threat Initiative, focusing on preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. An advocate for environmental causes, Turner was among the largest landowners in the United States, using his land to promote sustainability and ecotourism.