Legendary singer Tina Turner dies aged 83
Tina Turner died of pure causes on Wednesday (24 May), it’s been confirmed.
“Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock’n’Roll’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland,” her publicist stated in an announcement.
“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model.”
The singer rose to prominence performing along with her husband Ike Turner within the Nineteen Sixties earlier than overcoming his violent, abusive behaviour to go on to turn into a chart-topping solo artist.
Turner earned a legion of followers for her riveting stay performances, and was greatest recognized for songs reminiscent of “Private Dancer”, “The Best”, “What’s Love Got to Do With It” and “Proud Mary”.
Born Anna Mae Bullock on 26 November, 1939, in Nutbush, Tennessee, Turner would go on to promote greater than 180 million albums and gained 12 Grammy Awards.
Turner was identified with intestinal most cancers in 2016 and acquired a kidney transplant in 2017.
Stars of the leisure world together with Mick Jagger, Bryan Adams, Rosario Dawson, Paloma Faith and Naomi Campbell paid tribute to the long-lasting singer.
Tina Turner’s loss of life revealed after she dies aged 83
Tina Turner’s explanation for loss of life has been revealed, the day after she handed “peacefully” after a “long illness”.
On Thursday (25 May), the Daily Mail confirmed that the legendary singer died of pure causes at her residence in Switzerland. She was 83.
Tina Turner (Stefan Rousseau/PA)
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Singer died on Wednesday 24 May
Inga Parkel25 May 2023 22:09
In Pictures: Tina Turner, Queen of rock ‘n’ roll whose profession spanned 60 years
The Independent’s Joe Middleton takes a glance among the most putting photos of Tina Turner’s gorgeous life.
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Watch: Lizzo performs rendition of ‘Proud Mary’ in honour of Tina Turner
Lizzo pays tribute to Tina Turner with rendition of Proud Mary
Peony Hirwani26 May 2023 06:30
Throwback video of Tina Turner performing with Mick Jagger for Live Aid 1985
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Watch: Tina Turner explains why she renounced US citizenship
Tina Turner explains why she renounced US citizenship
Peony Hirwani26 May 2023 05:30
Fans depart flowers, erect shrine, at Tina Turner’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Fans have created a makeshift memorial at Tina Turner’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Well-wishers positioned flowers, a wreath and private messages for Turner on the landmark close to the Capitol Records constructing in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
Inga Parkel26 May 2023 05:00
Beyoncé leads superstar tributes to ‘icon’ Tina Turner
Following the information of Turner’s loss of life, Beyoncé devoted a particular message to the “icon”.
“My beloved queen, I love you endlessly,” she wrote in a message on her official web site. “I’m so grateful for your inspiration, and all the ways you have paved the way.
Find other celebrities who’ve paid their respects here:
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Queen of Rock’n Roll died at 83 after a long illness
Inga Parkel26 May 2023 04:30
Diana Ross says she is ‘shocked and saddened’ by Turner’s death
Legendary vocalist Diana Ross has paid tribute to her fellow hitmaker and close friend Tina Turner after her death in Switzerland on Wednesday.
“Shocked. Saddened. Sending condolences to Tina Turner’s family and loved ones,” Ross wrote in a Twitter publish.
Inga Parkel26 May 2023 04:00
‘We say goodbye to a pricey buddy’
A tribute on Tina Turner’s official social media accounts has hailed the singer’s “boundless passion for life”.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner,” the publish stated.
“With her music and boundless passion for life, she enchanted fans worldwide and inspired future stars. We say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us her greatest work; her music. Tina, we will miss you dearly.”
Inga Parkel26 May 2023 03:30
Turner shone a ‘light on kidney disease, organ donation and transplantation’
In 2016, Tina Turner spoke publicly of her kidney illness analysis and would obtain a transplant from her husband Erwin Bach the following yr.
The singer “helped to helped to shine a light on kidney disease, organ donation & transplantation”, Kidney Care UK stated in an announcement after her loss of life.
Inga Parkel26 May 2023 03:00
