Legendary musician Anna Mae Bullock, popularly known as Tina Turner, has died at the age of 83 in her home in Switzerland.
A statement made by her publicist Bernard Doherty on Wednesday, 24 May read, “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.”
Although a description of her ‘long illness’ has not been shared with the public, Tina has suffered ill health in recent years. According to The Guardian, the singer was diagnosed with intestinal cancer in 2016 and had a kidney transplant in 2017.
News of the American-born, naturalised Swiss singer’s death was also confirmed on her Instagram account.
“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,” read the post’s caption.
“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.”
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Many stars flooded the late Tina’s comments section with thanks and condolences.
“REST in Peace & Power THE QUEEN , LEGEND, ICON . There will never be another . Cherish my times with you ?????,” wrote supermodel Naomi Campbell.
“You’ve meant so much to us!! Your courage, strength, resilience, and uniqueness have been some of the main ingredients of your blueprint!! Rest well!!! ???️,” said former Destiny’s Child singer Michelle Williams.
Singer Jordin Sparks said, “‘Once a star, always a threat.’ You’ve inspired me so much. Thank youuuu for everything. ??.”
Tina, known for hits such as What’s Love Got to Do with It, The Best and Private Dancer, to name just a few, leaves behind her husband, German music executive Erwin Bach, who donated one of his kidneys to her in 2017.
She also leaves behind Ike Turner Jr and Michael Turner, two sons she adopted while married to musician Ike Turner.
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