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Legendary singer Tina Turner has passed away at the age of 83.
Known as the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll with her unmistakable signature gravely singing voice, she died at her home near Zurich, Switzerland.
Her official Facebook page released a statement shortly after the heartbreaking news went public, recognizing her contribution to music and wishing her family peace in this difficult time.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner. With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow,” reads the statement. “Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music. All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly.”
Born in 1939 as Anna Mae Bullock, she got her start with Ike Turner’s Kings of Rhythm, which later backed the Ike & Tina Turner group once the two got married. The duo released chart-topping songs like “River Deep – Mountain High” and “Proud Mary.”
But an abusive and drug-addicted Ike ended the seemingly harmonious group’s legendary run. However, Turner charted a comeback for the ages when she reemerged in the late 1970s and ’80s with classic songs like “What’s Love Got to Do With It” and “Better Be Good To Me,” which helped her win 12 Grammys.
She also lent her star power to films, notably starring in Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome and 1993’s autobiographical What’s Love Got to Do with It.
Fans’ condolences are pouring in on social media. See how Twitter’s reacting to her death below.
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legendary. thank you for your impact, Tina Tuner. pic.twitter.com/qs9E6X5ay9
— 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘆🫧💚 (@beyoncegarden) May 24, 2023
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Your were my hero growing up , you showed me what it meant to be strong and fight back 😔 #RIPTinaTuner #tinatuner pic.twitter.com/p4xtvV5hIi
— iamsparkle (@_iamsparkle_) May 24, 2023
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Truly an icon and a legend. RIP Mrs. Tina Tuner pic.twitter.com/Lks67TlQgt
— ✨👑 𝓛𝓐𝓜𝓞𝓤𝓝 𝓜 👑✨ (@Prince_virgo914) May 24, 2023
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I cannot believe Tina Tuner is an ancestor now 😭 Fly high ❤️🕊 pic.twitter.com/6f1JTopy74
— GirlTyler (@sheistyler) May 24, 2023
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Tina Tuner was great in MM: Beyond Thunder Dome.
— Swamp Thung (@SwampThung) May 24, 2023
RIP pic.twitter.com/Y6Le2SgGfr
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R.I.P Tina Tuner - simply the best!!! 🖤 pic.twitter.com/4o08SGotRr
— Little Dee🐺🐺🧡🖤🧡 (@lillA79) May 24, 2023
7.
Lord NOT TINA TUNER.
— Jay Nedaj (@JayNedaj) May 24, 2023
8.
Whoa Tina Tuner has left us. What a talent and voice. Rest in song.
— Claire Hopkin 🏴 (@claireindubai) May 24, 2023
9.
RIP Tina Tuner. Best Bond theme of all time.
— JC (@JulianColtre) May 24, 2023
10.
I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner.
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) May 24, 2023
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. pic.twitter.com/TkG5VrdxXO
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My favorite clip of Tina Turner. 🫶🏾 pic.twitter.com/sguNOWhts2
— Mel Smith (@iamMelsmith) May 24, 2023
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with her passing, I just want to let y’all know that tina turner has a documentary on max she was heavily involved with, it came out a few years ago and really let’s her dictate her own story 🫶🏾 pic.twitter.com/DX5ax8FdRm
— mal! (@photonsmight) May 24, 2023
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Tina Turner surprises Oprah Winfrey for her birthday. pic.twitter.com/8OTpI69p1j
— Mike Sington (@MikeSington) May 24, 2023
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In 1969, Dick Cavett asked Janis Joplin who her favorite singer was.
— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) May 24, 2023
She answered: Tina Turner pic.twitter.com/QZPmTkUEOI
15.
Still one the greatest duets ever.
— Danny Deraney (@DannyDeraney) May 24, 2023
Tina Turner and Tom Jones. Hot Legs.
Tina: Who's that knocking on my door?
Tom: Me. 😂pic.twitter.com/ccxx8i5fTF
16.
Rest in Peace to Tina Turner who passed away at 83. 🙏🏿🕊
— Hellastalgia (@hellastalgia) May 24, 2023
Song: Tina Turner - What’s Love Got To Do With It(1984) pic.twitter.com/Ro4IispHNQ
17.
Tina Turner: Simply the best.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) May 24, 2023
18.
Rest in Peace Tina Turner,
— All On The Board (@allontheboard) May 24, 2023
The Queen of Rock 'n' Roll.
You will be forever loved and never forgotten.
Our thoughts are with you, your family,
friends and all your fans.#TinaTurner #SimplyTheBest pic.twitter.com/SyCZZuctsU
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Tina Turner. Sitting on the Dock of the Bay. Her voice was so perfect for this song. pic.twitter.com/9nA7vMcbbr
— Renee (@PettyLupone) May 24, 2023
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🙏💕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 #tinaturner @tinaturner pic.twitter.com/BUNBAdsCKl
— Ronnie Wood (@ronniewood) May 24, 2023
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Tina Turner. Icon and Queen of Rock and Roll. A life of triumph and power, in voice, spirit, and impact. May she rest in peace. This one hits hard.
— Dan Rather (@DanRather) May 24, 2023