Charles Dolan, a pioneering figure in the cable-television industry and the founder of Cablevision Systems, has died at the age of 98. Dolan was instrumental in launching Home Box Office (HBO) and AMC Networks, leaving a significant legacy in media.
Over four decades, Dolan built Cablevision Systems into a leading pay-TV operator in the New York metropolitan area. His extensive media holdings included AMC Networks, known for acclaimed series such as 'Mad Men' and 'Breaking Bad,' as well as Madison Square Garden Co. and Newsday.
Dolan's vision shaped a substantial portion of the modern entertainment landscape. His passing marks the end of an era for a foundational figure whose contributions profoundly influenced the development and growth of cable television and associated media companies, including AMC Networks.
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