Who Are Ted Turner’s Children and Grandchildren?
The CNN founder has a large family, with five children, 14 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
parade.comTed Turner’s children remain in the news mainly in the context of his passing and the continuing work of the Turner family around conservation and philanthropy. Here are the latest widely reported points:
- Ted Turner died at age 87 on May 6, 2026, leaving a legacy that includes five children: Laura, Teddy, Rhett, Beau, and Jennie .
- Several outlets note that Turner’s children have continued involvement in environmental and conservation efforts tied to the Turner family legacy. For example, Laura Turner Seydel chairs conservation-focused initiatives, while Beau Turner has led conservation-related centers and roles within Turner Enterprises, and Rhett has pursued filmmaking and environmental projects .
- Obituaries and profiles summarize the family’s prominence in Atlanta and broader conservation communities, reflecting Ted Turner’s impact beyond media into environmental philanthropy .
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