Tina Turner death: Tributes from Mick Jagger, Diana Ross and more pour in after ‘legend’ dies aged 83

Tina Turner, one of the greatest rock’n ’roll singers of all time, has died in Switzerland at the age of 83, her publicist has announced.

“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 said in a statement.

“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model.”

The singer rose to prominence performing with her husband Ike Turner in the 1960s before overcoming the abusive marriage to go on to become a chart-topping solo artist.

Turner earned a legion of fans for her riveting live performances, and was best known for songs such as “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 sell more than 180 million albums and won 12 Grammy Awards.

Turner was diagnosed with intestinal cancer in 2016 and received a kidney transplant in 2017.

Stars of the entertainment world including Mick Jagger, Bryan Adams, Rosario Dawson, Paloma Faith and Naomi Campbell paid tribute to the iconic singer.

Tina Turner dies after lengthy illness

• Publicist pays tribute to a ‘music legend and a role model'

• Music legend’s career spanned six decades

• Mick Jagger leads tributes to iconic singer

• Turner was diagnosed with intestinal cancer in 2016

• White House reacts: 'That is incredibly sad news’

Gasps and tears as stars of Tina Turner West End musical break news of her death

07:45 , Roisin O'Connor

The stars of the West End stage show Tina: The Tina Turner Musical broke news of its namesake’s death during an emotional interval speech on Wednesday (24 May).

According to audience accounts in the Mail, the auditorium at London’s Aldwych Theatre was filled with “gasps” when the stars came out and broke the news to the crowd during a performance on Wednesday night.

Lead actor Zurin Villanueva was reportedly seen crying as she helped deliver the news to fans, before the show resumed for its second half.

The statement from the cast was “poignant” and “sombre”, theatregoers said, with the show reflecting the idea that Turner herself “would have wanted the show to go on”.

Turner died at her home in Switzerland at the age of 83 following a long illness.

News of the “What’s Love Got to Do with It” singer’s death was first announced by her representative in a statement.

“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,” the statement read.

“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model... With her music and her inexhaustible vitality, Tina Turner thrilled millions of fans and inspired many artists of subsequent generations.”

Countless other musical giants have paid tribute, from Beyonce to Mick Jagger and Diana Ross.

“My beloved queen, I love you endlessly,” Beyonce wrote in a message on her official website. “I’m so grateful for your inspiration, and all the ways you have paved the way.

“You are strength and resilience. You are the epitome of power and passion. We are all so fortunate to have witnessed your kindness and beautiful spirit that will forever remain.

“Thank you for all you have done.”

Gasps and tears as stars of Tina Turner West End musical break news of her death

Inside Tina Turner’s magnificent estate in Switzerland, where she lived with husband Irwin Bach

11:10 , Roisin O'Connor

Though Tina Turner was born in Brownsville, Tennessee, she spent the last years of her life living in Switzerland, a country she adored.

The “Proud Mary” singer and one of the greatest rock’n ’roll singers of all time died “peacefully” at her home in Kusnacht near Zurich on Wednesday (24 May), after a long illness caused by intestinal cancer, her publicist said in a statement.

Turner lived with her German music executive husband and longtime partner Irwin Bach in Chateau Algonquin, a magnificent estate overlooking Lake Zürich that the couple were reportedly renting in Switzerland.

My colleague Ellie Muir reports:

Inside Tina Turner’s magnificent estate in Switzerland

‘We say goodbye to a dear friend’

11:00 , Bevan Hurley

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 post said.

“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.”

10:30 , Peony Hirwani

Tina Turner‘s “What’s Love Got to Do With It” has reached no. 1 on US iTunes.

‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’ singer dies aged 83

10:00 , Bevan Hurley

Tina Turner, the queen of rock’n’roll behind hits such as “What’s Love Got to Do with It”, has died aged 83 at her home in Switzerland.

The Independent’s Isobel Lewis look back at her remarkable 60-year music career.

Tina Turner dies aged 83 after long illness

Tina Turner at Köln Lanxess Arena - 2009 review

09:45 , Roisin O'Connor

A nice find from one of my colleagues is this 2009 feature on the top moments for our then-culture critics.

The late, great Andy Gill attended Tina Turner’s show at the Köln Lanxess Arena, and wrote:

A lesson in how superstars should tackle valedictory spectaculars, Tina Turner’s show contained all the eye-catching effects, from cantilevering stages and flame-throwers to troupes of well-drilled hoofers, but the headliner’s extraordinary energy and the effortless soul power of her voice were the most impressive aspects of the performance.

Review of the Year 2009: Our culture critics' top-fives

US Vice President Kamala Harris pays tribute to late Tina Turner

09:30 , Peony Hirwani

US Vice President Kamala Harris has paid tribute to the late Tina Turner.

“Tina Turner was a spectacular light whose life was a testament to all those who believe in what can be, unburdened by what has been,” she wrote on Twitter.

“From Nutbush, TN to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, her strength, voice, and signature moves inspired millions. Tina Turner was simply the best.”

Tina Turner’s moving words on why she turned down ‘The Color Purple’ role

09:25 , Ellie Harrison

In a 1986 interview with Luce Cinecitta, Turner spoke movingly about why she turned down the leading role of Celie, a Black woman living in the 1900s South, in Steven Spielberg’s The Color Purple, telling interviewer and Italian television host Serena Dandini that it reflected “too much back on my life with my ex-husband”, the late Ike Turner, who was violent and abusive to her during their marriage.

“I mean, I’m talking always to the press about my life and now to do a movie? I’m just dragging myself down,” she said. “I’m trying to forget the past because it’s done. It’s over. I finished that part of my life, and I’m not going to do a part that will remind me of what I’ve lived already. I think Steve understood that I couldn’t do it for that reason, finally, after I really expressed what it was.”

The part ultimately went to Whoopi Goldberg and earned her an Oscar nomination.

Tina Turner nearly didn’t sing GoldenEye theme

09:00 , Bevan Hurley

In 1995, Tina Turner recorded one of her best known songs as she performed the titular theme for GoldenEye, Pierce Brosnan’s first outing as 007 agent Bond.

However, Turner very nearly wasn’t the voice of “GoldenEye”, after originally dismissing a “really rough” demo sent to her by the track’s songwriters, U2’s Bono and The Edge.

The Independent’s Isobel Lewis has the full story below.

Tina Turner nearly didn’t sing GoldenEye theme after Bono sent her ‘the worst’ demo

Dionne Warwick pays tribute to ‘longtime friend’ Tina Turner

08:30 , Peony Hirwani

Dionne Warwick has paid tribute to her “longtime friend” Tina Turner.

“Another longtime friend has made her transition,” she wrote on Twitter. “Not only will I miss that eternal ball of energy named Tina Turner but the entire world will also find this void in their lives.

“My condolences to her husband and other members of her family. Rest in Peace my friend!”

Turner shared way she wants to be remembered in final interview weeks before her death

08:00 , Bevan Hurley

Tina Turner shared way she wants to be remembered in reflective final interview weeks before her death

Tina Turner shared the way she wants to be remembered in her final interview released one month before her death on Wednesday, aged 83.

Six weeks ago, Turner took part in her last interview with The Guardian as part of the paper’s The Q&A column.

The singer gave moving answers to a question about her greatest fear, saying: “I never want to go back; I fought so much through my life, that I have to keep going forward.”

However, her most poignant comment came when asked how she would like to be remembered.

“As the Queen of Rock’n’Roll,” Turner replied.

“As a woman who showed other women that it is OK to strive for success on their own terms.”

The Independent’s Isobel Lewis has the full story.

Tina Turner shared way she wants to be remembered in interview weeks before her death

Christina Aguilera is ‘deeply saddned’ by the loss of Tina Turner

07:30 , Peony Hirwani

Christina Aguilera has expressed her grief following Tina Turner’s death.

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of Tina Turner,” she wrote on Twitter. “Her powerful voice and strength will forever be etched in our hearts and memories.

“She paved the way for so many of us in the music industry and her legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.”

Turner survived horrendous marital abuse

07:00 , Bevan Hurley

Tina Turner suffered horrific physical, sexual and psychological abuse during her marriage to Ike Turner.

Turner met her future husband in the late 1950s at the age of 17 and began recording with him as the Ike & Tina Turner Revue soon afterwards.

She later revealed in her memoir I, Tina that Ike’s abuse started almost as soon as they met.

He would “throw hot coffee in her face, choke her, or beat her until her eyes were swollen shut, then rape her”, she wrote in the memoir.

She eventually left him in 1976, before establishing herself as one of the great solo performing artists of the 1980s and 90s.

Ike Turner died in 2007 aged 76.

Beyoncé dedicates a special message to Tina Turner

06:30 , Peony Hirwani

Beyoncé has dedicated a special message to the late Tina Turner.

“My beloved queen, I love you endlessly,” she wrote. “I’m so grateful for your inspiration, and all the ways you have paved the way.

“You are strength and resilience. You are the epitome of power and passion. We are all so fortunate to have witnessed your kindness and beautiful spirit that will forever remain.

“Thank you for all you have done.”

Diana Ross and Mick Jagger lead celebrity tributes to ‘Proud Mary’ singer

06:00 , Bevan Hurley

After Turner’s death was announced on Wednesday evening, tributes from fellow musicians, actors, and other high-profile celebrities have begun pouring in for the singer, widely referred to as the Queen of Rock and Roll.

Leading condolences was The Rolling Stones frontman Sir Mick Jagger, who duetted with Turner during Live Aid in 1985. He expressed his sadness at the news of her passing on Instagram, writing: “I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner.

Inga Parkel has more.

Diana Ross and Mick Jagger lead celebrity tributes to Tina Turner who died aged 83

Kelly Clarkson pays tribute to Tina Turner on her chat show

05:30 , Peony Hirwani

Kelly Clarkson paid tribute to the late Tina Turner by singing a rendition of “What’s Love Got to Do with It” on The Kelly Clarkson Show on Wednesday (24 May).

‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’ singer dies aged 83

05:00 , Bevan Hurley

Tina Turner, the queen of rock’n’roll behind hits such as “What’s Love Got to Do with It”, has died aged 83 at her home in Switzerland.

The Independent’s Joe Middleton and Isobel Lewis look back at her remarkable 60-year music career.

Tina Turner dies aged 83 after long illness

Barak Obama’s honours ‘the Queen of Rock and Roll’ Tina Turner

04:30 , Peony Hirwani

Former US President Barak Obama has paid tribute to the late Tina Turner.

“Tina Turner was raw. She was powerful. She was unstoppable. And she was unapologetically herself – speaking and singing her truth through joy and pain; triumph and tragedy,” he wrote on Twitter.

“Today we join fans around the world in honoring the Queen of Rock and Roll, and a star whose light will never fade.”

In Pictures: Tina Turner, Queen of rock ‘n’ roll whose career spanned 60 years

04:00 , Bevan Hurley

The Independent’s Joe Middleton takes a look some of the most striking pictures of Tina Turner’s stunning life.

In Pictures: Tina Turner, Queen of rock ‘n’ roll whose career spanned 60 years

'We say goodbye to a dear friend’

03:00 , Bevan Hurley

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 post said.

“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.”

Diana Ross says she is ‘shocked and saddened’ at Turner’s death

02:00 , Bevan Hurley

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 post.

‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’ singer dies aged 83

01:30 , Bevan Hurley

Tina Turner, the queen of rock’n’roll behind hits such as “What’s Love Got to Do with It”, has died aged 83 at her home in Switzerland.

The Independent’s Joe Middleton and Isobel Lewis look back at her remarkable 60-year music career.

Tina Turner dies aged 83 after long illness

Turner shared way she wants to be remembered in final interview weeks before her death

01:00 , Bevan Hurley

Turner shared way she wants to be remembered in reflective final interview weeks before her death

Tina Turner shared the way she wants to be remembered in her final interview released one month before her death on Wednesday, aged 83.

Six weeks ago, Turner took part in her last interview with The Guardian as part of the paper’s The Q&A column.

The singer gave moving answers to a question about her greatest fear, saying: “I never want to go back; I fought so much through my life, that I have to keep going forward.”

However, her most poignant comment came when asked how she would like to be remembered.

“As the Queen of Rock’n’Roll,” Turner replied.

“As a woman who showed other women that it is OK to strive for success on their own terms.”

The Independent’s Isobel Lewis has the full story.

Tina Turner shared way she wants to be remembered in interview weeks before her death

Turner shone a ‘light on kidney disease, organ donation and transplantation’

Thursday 25 May 2023 00:15 , Bevan Hurley

In 2016, Tina Turner spoke publicly of her kidney disease diagnosis and would receive a transplant from her husband Erwin Bach the next year.

The singer “helped to helped to shine a light on kidney disease, organ donation & transplantation”, Kidney Care UK said in a statement after her death.

Tina Turner nearly didn’t sing GoldenEye theme

Wednesday 24 May 2023 23:45 , Bevan Hurley

In 1995, Tina Turner recorded one of her best known songs as she performed the titular theme for GoldenEye, Pierce Brosnan’s first outing as 007 agent Bond.

However, Turner very nearly wasn’t the voice of “GoldenEye”, after originally dismissing a “really rough” demo sent to her by the track’s songwriters, U2’s Bono and The Edge.

The Independent’s Isobel Lewis has the full story below.

Tina Turner nearly didn’t sing GoldenEye theme after Bono sent her ‘the worst’ demo

Diana Ross and Mick Jagger lead celebrity tributes to ‘Proud Mary’ singer

Wednesday 24 May 2023 23:15 , Bevan Hurley

Tributes are pouring in from around the world for music legend Tina Tuner after the singer died at the age of 83 after a long illness. 

Turner, who had hits including Proud Mary and The Best, died “peacefully” at her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland on Wednesday, her publicist announced.

After Turner’s death was announced on Wednesday evening, tributes from fellow musicians, actors, and other high-profile celebrities have begun pouring in for the singer, widely referred to as the Queen of Rock and Roll.

Inga Parkel has the story.

Diana Ross and Mick Jagger lead celebrity tributes to Tina Turner who died aged 83

Fans leave flowers, erect shrine, at Tina Turner’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Wednesday 24 May 2023 22:45 , Bevan Hurley

Fans have created a makeshift memorial at Tina Turner’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Well-wishers placed flowers, a wreath and personal messages for Turner at the landmark near the Capitol Records building in Los Angeles on Wednesday.

Turner shared way she wants to be remembered in reflective final interview weeks before her death

Wednesday 24 May 2023 22:30 , Bevan Hurley

Tina Turner shared the way she wants to be remembered in her final interview released one month before her death on Wednesday, aged 83.

Six weeks ago, Turner took part in her last interview with The Guardianas part of the paper’s The Q&A column.

The singer gave moving answers to a question about her greatest fear, saying: “I never want to go back; I fought so much through my life, that I have to keep going forward.”

However, her most poignant comment came when asked how she would like to be remembered.

“As the Queen of Rock’n’Roll,” Turner replied.

“As a woman who showed other women that it is OK to strive for success on their own terms.”

The Independent’s Isobel Lewis has the full story.

Tina Turner shared way she wants to be remembered in interview weeks before her death

Tina Turner’s life in pictures

Wednesday 24 May 2023 22:20 , Bevan Hurley

From emerging as a teenage sensation in the late 1950s to a career renaissance as a solo artist in the 1980s, Tina Turner earned a legion of fans for her riveting live performances, and was best known for songs such as “Private Dancer”, “The Best”, “What’s Love Got to Do With It” and “Proud Mary”.

Here’s a selection of memorable photos from her career as a performing artist.

Turner shone a 'light on kidney disease, organ donation and transplantation’

Wednesday 24 May 2023 22:10 , Bevan Hurley

In 2016, Tina Turner spoke publicly of her kidney disease diagnosis and would receive a transplant from her husband Erwin Bach the next year.

The singer “helped to helped to shine a light on kidney disease, organ donation & transplantation”, Kidney Care UK said in a statement after her death.

Diana Ross says she is ‘shocked and saddened’ at Turner’s death

Wednesday 24 May 2023 22:01 , Bevan Hurley

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 post.

Tina Turner nearly didn’t sing GoldenEye theme after Bono sent her ‘the worst’ demo

Wednesday 24 May 2023 21:55 , Bevan Hurley

In 1995, Tina Turner recorded one of her best known songs as she performed the titular theme for GoldenEye, Pierce Brosnan’s first outing as 007 agent Bond, The Independent’s Isobel Lewis writes.

However, Turner very nearly wasn’t the voice of “GoldenEye”, after originally dismissing a “really rough” demo sent to her by the track’s songwriters, U2’s Bono and The Edge.

Isobel has the full story below.

Tina Turner nearly didn’t sing GoldenEye theme after Bono sent her ‘the worst’ demo

In Pictures: Tina Turner, Queen of rock ‘n’ roll whose career spanned 60 years

Wednesday 24 May 2023 21:45 , Bevan Hurley

The Independent’s Joe Middleton takes a look some of the most striking pictures of Tina Turner’s stunning life.

'We say goodbye to a dear friend’

Wednesday 24 May 2023 21:36 , Bevan Hurley

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 post said.

“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.”

Turner survived horrendous marital abuse

Wednesday 24 May 2023 21:30 , Bevan Hurley

Tina Turner suffered horrific physical, sexual and psychological abuse during her marriage to Ike Turner.

After meeting her future husband in the late 1950s at the age of 17, she began recording with the band leader as the Ike & Tina Turner Revue.

She later revealed in her memoir I, Tina that Ike began abusing her soon afterwards.

He would “throw hot coffee in her face, choke her, or beat her until her eyes were swollen shut, then rape her”, according to the memoir.

She eventually left him in 1976, before establishing herself as one of the great solo performing artists of the 1980s and 90s.

Ike Turner died in 2007 aged 76.

Debbie Harry pays tribute to Turner’s 'energy, creativity and talents’

Wednesday 24 May 2023 21:12 , Bevan Hurley

Blondie lead singer Debbie Harry said Tina Turner was a “great inspiration” to her in a Twitter tribute on Wednesday.

“I was a benefactor of the energy, creativity and talents of Tina Turner. A woman who started in rural Nutbush, TN cotton fields and worked her way to the very top,” Harry wrote.

“Tina was a great inspiration to me when I was starting out and remains so to this day. Love you Tina. RIP.”

‘She was our River Deep and our Mountain High’

Wednesday 24 May 2023 21:02 , Bevan Hurley

Star Trek actor George Takei has paid a touching tribute to rock’n’roll icon Tina Turner.

“A true legend has passed,” the activist wrote on Twitter.

“Tina Turner has died at the age of 83. She was our River Deep and our Mountain High, the Private Dancer in our hearts. She showed us that love really does has everything to do with it, and that we really did need another hero. And she was it. Rest now.”

Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger mourns his ‘wonderful friend’

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:52 , Bevan Hurley

Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger has paid tribute to his “wonderful friend” Tina Turner after her death on Wednesday.

“I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner,” the 79-year-old singer wrote on Instagram.

“She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer. She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous. She helped me so much when I was young and I will never forget her.”

The duo performed together many times over the years, including a showstopping performance of It’s Only Rock’n’Roll at Live Aid in 1985.

Guitarist Ronnie Wood also posted a message of condolence to Turner’s family on Twitter.

“God bless you Tina, the Queen Of Rock And Soul and a dear friend to our family. Love and prayers to all of Tina’s family, friends and loved ones,” Wood wrote.

'Her legacy will forever live among the stars’

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:46 , Bevan Hurley

Nasa has joined the outpouring of tributes from stars of the entertainment world after the death of Tina Turner at her home in Switzerland on Wednesday.

“Simply the best,” the US space agency wrote in a Twitter post.

“Music legend Tina Turner sparkled across the stage and into millions of hearts as the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Her legacy will forever live among the stars.”

White House press secretary reacts to Tina Tuner’s death

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:36 , Bevan Hurley

Karine Jean-Pierre said Tina Turner’s death was a “massive loss” during a White House briefing a few moments ago.

“That is incredibly sad news. Tina Turner was an icon... who had many amazing moments in her career,” Ms Jean-Pierre said.

“I was a huge fan of Tina Turner. That is the first I am hearing of it, and it is a massive loss.

“Her music will continue to live on.”

'Heaven has gained an angel’

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:33 , Bevan Hurley

Chart-topping singer Ciara said that “heaven has gained an angel” after the death of Tina Turner on Wednesday.

“Rest in Paradise Tina Turner. Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all,” the R&B vocalist wrote on Twitter.

Magic Johnson hails ‘legendary queen of rock’n’roll'

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:26 , Bevan Hurley

Basketball star Earvin “Magic” Johnson has paid tribute to Tina Turner, who died in Switzerland today.

“Rest in peace to one of my favorite artists of all time, the legendary queen of rock n’ roll Tina Turner. I’ve seen her many many times and hands down, she gave one of the best live shows I’ve ever seen.

“She always gave you your moneys worth.”

Turner was diagnosed with intestinal cancer in 2016

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:23 , Bevan Hurley

Tina Turner was diagnosed with intestinal cancer in 2016, according to reports.

The eight-time Grammy Award winner received a kidney transplant in 2017.

A spokesperson said Turner died “peacefully” at her home in Kusnacht, near Zurich, Switzerland.

Bryan Adams pays tribute to Tina Turner

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:18 , Bevan Hurley

Canadian rock star Bryan Adams has paid tribute to his friend and fellow recording artist Tina Turner.

“RIP @tinaturner My condolences to Erwin and Tina’s family. I’ll be forever grateful for the time we spent together on tour, in the studio and as friends. Thank you for being the inspiration to millions of people around the world for speaking your truth and giving us the gift of your voice. It’s Only Love and that’s all.”

A 'remarkable force of nature’

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:15 , Bevan Hurley

Roger Davies, Tina Turner’s manager of 30 years, paid tribute to the star, saying: “Tina was a unique and remarkable force of nature with her strength, incredible energy and immense talent.

“From the first day I met her in 1980, she believed in herself completely when few others did at that time.

“It was a privilege and an honour to have been a close friend as well as her manager for more than 30 years.

“I will miss her deeply.”

Full statement from Turner’s representative

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:10 , Bevan Hurley

Below is the full statement from a representative for Tina Turner on her death in Switzerland today.

“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.

“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model.

“Tina Turner was born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939, in Nutbush, Tennessee, USA. She became famous in the late 60s as the singer of the band Ike & Tina Turner Revue, but later she became successful worldwide as a solo artist.

“With her music and her inexhaustible vitality, Tina Turner thrilled millions of fans and inspired many artists of subsequent generations.

“Global hits like ‘What’s Love Got To Do With it’, ‘Private Dancer’ and ‘The Best’, more than 180 million albums sold, 12 Grammy Awards and over three decades of sold-out stadium tours around the world are just part of her unique legacy.

“There will be a private funeral ceremony attended by close friends and family.

“Please respect the privacy of her family at this difficult time. Further press inquiries will not be answered.”

Proud Mary singer dies aged 83

Wednesday 24 May 2023 20:04 , Bevan Hurley

In a career spanning over 60 years, Tina Turner won eight competitive Grammy Awards and has a star on both the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the St Louis Walk of Fame.

Joe Sommerlad has more on the death of the 83-year-old icon.

Tina Turner dies aged 83 after long illness