Media Pioneer Charles F. Dolan Passes Away at 98
Charles F. Dolan, founder of HBO and Cablevision, has died at the age of 98, leaving a lasting legacy in cable television and local news broadcasting.
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Charles F. Dolan, age 98, passed away from natural causes. He was a pioneer in cable television, founding HBO in 1972, Cablevision in 1973, and the first local news 24-hour channel, News 12. His successful ventures included controlling stakes in Madison Square Garden and sports franchises. He sold Cablevision to Altice for $17.7 billion in 2016. Survived by six children and extensive family, he leaves behind a significant legacy, acknowledged by peers and colleagues.
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