The Many Love Lives of Ted Turner
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Ted Turner, who passed away at 87, was renowned for founding CNN and pioneering the 24-hour news cycle, significantly impacting the media industry.
- Despite his professional achievements, Turner was also known for his playboy lifestyle, engaging in numerous affairs throughout his three marriages and into his 70s.
- Turner’s charm allowed him to maintain friendships with many of his former paramours, reflecting his complex personal relationships and charismatic personality.
- He was openly polyamorous before the term gained mainstream recognition, frequently meeting women across his many homes and during leisure activities like sailing.
- Turner's marriages were often troubled by his infidelity and drinking, with his first marriage ending amid suspicions of unfaithfulness.
