Who Are Ted Turner's Children and Grandchildren? - Parade
The CNN founder has a large family, with five children, 14 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
parade.comTed Turner died in May 2026, and coverage notes his five children—Laura, Teddy, Rhett, Beau, and Jennie— as part of his surviving family . Recent profiles and obituaries highlight their ongoing environmental, philanthropic, and business efforts connected to the Turner legacy, with updates noting Laura Seydel’s leadership roles in conservation groups and Teddy Turner’s work in education and media-adjacent fields .
Key points about his children:
- Laura Turner Seydel: environmental advocate, chair of the Captain Planet Foundation, and board service with conservation and sustainability organizations; based in Atlanta with a family and grandchildren .
- Teddy Turner (Robert Edward Turner IV): involved in television-related work and conservation-adjacent activities; described in profiles as a teacher and contributor to Turner Enterprises in recent years .
- Rhett Turner: conservation-minded photographer and author; involved in private land stewardship and environmental projects tied to the Turner family’s legacy .
- Beau Turner: founder of the Beau Turner Youth Conservation Center; active in getting young people outdoors and learning about wildlife and conservation; identified as a Florida-based contributor to conservation education .
- Jennie Turner Garlington: part of the Turner family; public-facing information emphasizes her role within the broader family network and philanthropy .
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