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Source: Fox News
Summary
All Elite Wrestling (AEW) paid tribute to Ted Turner, the founder of CNN and a pioneer in cable news, who died at 87. Turner helped launch TNT and TBS and purchased World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in the 1990s. AEW commentator Tony Schiavone and pro wrestling icon Sting remembered Turner’s contribution to the industry, highlighting his commitment to professional wrestling and his role in making it a staple on national television.
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The game followed a familiar script.
AEW honored Ted Turner with a 10-bell salute, a nod to his legacy in the wrestling world. Tony Khan, AEW co-founder, announced the tribute before the show.
Schiavone and Sting took to the mic to praise Turner, recalling his passion for pro wrestling and his role in making it a mainstream phenomenon.
Sting remembered Turner’s commitment to the industry, saying he was “completely committed” to pro wrestling and had “deep pockets” to back it up.
The result wasn’t surprising by the end – Turner’s impact on the world of pro wrestling was undeniable.
Original Observation: The wrestling world always seems to find a way to pay homage to its pioneers, even when they’re no longer with us.
Author: Evan Null
