Ted Turner History: September 18, 1997 - Ted Turner gives $1 billion to the United Nations December 28, 1991 - Ted Turner is named Time Magazine Man of Year December 21, 1991 - U.S. actress Jane Fonda marries CNN-director Ted Turner December 7, 1990 - Ted Turner and Jane Fonda announce their engagement July 3, 1985 - CBS announces a 21% stock buy-back to thwart Ted Turner's takeover June 1, 1980 - Ted Turner's Cable News Network begins broadcasting May 11, 1977 - Ted Turner manages an Atlanta Braves game January 14, 1976 - Ted Turner becomes CEO of Atlanta Braves January 6, 1976 - Ted Turner purchases Atlanta Braves for reported $12 million
More Notable Birthdays on November 19:
1962 - Jodie Foster, Bronx New York City, actress, Taxi Driver, Accused
1961 - Meg Ryan, Bethel, Connecticut, actress, When Harry Met Sally, As the World Turns
1942 - Calvin Klein, born in Bronx, New York, fashion designer, Calvin Klein Jeans, CK
1935 - Jack Welch, American Businessman
1831 - James A. Garfield, American President