CNN founder and Jane Fonda's husband Ted Turner dies as tributes flood in
The founder of the television network is survived by his four children.
www.express.co.ukTed Turner died on May 6, 2026, at age 87. He is survived by five children: Laura Turner Seydel, Robert E. (Teddy) Turner IV, Rhett Turner, Beau Turner, and Jennifer Turner Garlington, plus grandchildren and other relatives.[1][2][3][4][5]
Overview of the latest notable coverage
- Obituaries and tributes emphasize Turner’s role as CNN founder, environmentalist, and philanthropist, and they list his children as part of his lasting legacy.[3][8][1]
- Profiles of his children highlight their own public-facing work in conservation, media, and related fields, reflecting the family’s ongoing involvement in environmental causes and public life.[2][5]
- Coverage from multiple outlets confirms the death date and frames the event within Turner’s broader career milestones and family legacy.[8][3]
Key details about his children
- Laura Turner Seydel (eldest daughter) is active in environmental advocacy and leadership roles, including chairing environmental initiatives.[2]
- Teddy Turner (Robert E. Turner IV) has worked in media-related roles and is involved in conservation-adjacent activities; his biographical notes mention his professional focus and public statements about his father.[1]
- Rhett Turner is a filmmaker/photographer with projects tied to conservation and private land stewardship, reflecting the family’s environmental focus.[1]
- Beau Turner chairs or administers conservation-related organizations within the Turner Enterprises ecosystem and is involved in biodiversity and natural resources leadership.[2]
- Jennie Turner Garlington (Jennifer Turner Garlington) serves in conservation governance, including trustee roles, aligning with the family’s environmental philanthropy.[2]
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