American media mogul (1938–2026) Robert Edward Turner III was an American businessman, television producer, media proprietor, and philanthropist. He founded CNN, the first 24-hour cable news channel, and WTBS, which pioneered the superstation concept in cable television. Turner also founded the television networks TNT, TBS, The Cartoon Network, Inc., and Turner Classic Movies, and acquired professional wrestling company Jim Crockett Promotions, which became the basis of the promotion World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Wikipedia's most-read article for 2 days in a row: 1,328,072 views in all, peaking at 837,142 on May 6, 2026. Wed, May 6: 837,142 views Thu, May 7: 490,930 views Wiki link