Tina Turner, one of the most successful and iconic entertainers in the world, died Wednesday at the age of 83. The “Queen of Rock n’ Roll”, whose career spanned decades, had amassed generations of fans, and musicians, actors and politicians rushed to post tributes after news of her death.
Actress Angela Bassett, who played Turner in the 1993 biopic “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” wrote on Instagram: “Tina Turner showed others living in fear what a beautiful future full of love and compassion and freedom. His last words to me, to me, were, “You have never imitated me. Instead, you dug deep into your soul, found your inner Tina, and showed it to the world.”
“She was powerful. She was unstoppable. And unapologetically herself,” former President Barack Obama wrote on Twitter.
Tina Turner was raw. She was powerful. He was unstoppable. And she herself, unapologetically, spoke and sang her truth through joy and pain; triumph and tragedy. Today we join fans around the world in honoring the queen of rock and roll and a star whose light never… pic.twitter.com/qXl2quZz1c
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 24, 2023
“You are the epitome of power and passion,” Beyoncé wrote in a tribute on her website, calling Turner “my beloved queen.” Beyoncé included a photo of her and Turner sharing the stage at the 50th Grammy Awards in 2008. Beyoncé honored Turner at the 2005 Kennedy Awards with a performance of “Proud Mary.”
Singer Bryan Adams, who recorded the duet “It’s Only Love” with Turner in 1985, wrote: “I will be forever grateful for the time we spent together on tour, in the studio and as friends.”
REST IN PEACE @tinaturner The world has just lost a powerful woman. I will forever be grateful for the time we spent together on tour, in the studio, and as friends. Thank you for being an inspiration to millions of people around the world to speak your truth and give us the… pic.twitter.com/Lfat1OiBj3
— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) May 24, 2023
Mick Jagger posted a photo of Turner and him performing together. “I am so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was truly a tremendously talented performer and singer,” Jagger wrote. “She helped me a lot when I was young and I’ll never forget her.”
Turner toured with The Rolling Stones in the late 1960s and performed with Jagger at Live Aid in 1985.
I am so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner.
She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer. She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous. She helped me a lot when I was young and I will never forget her. pic.twitter.com/TkG5VrdxXO
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) May 24, 2023
“I had the opportunity to join Tina on stage during her ‘Wildest Dreams’ tour and heard a glimpse into her enchanted world,” wrote Oprah Winfrey. “I was so nervous my knees were touching each other.”
Elton John called Turner “untouchable” and one of the “world’s most exciting and electric performers”.
John Fogerty, who wrote “Proud Mary,” which Turner covered in 1971, winning a Grammy Award the following year, wrote that he was “deeply saddened” to learn of her death.
“I loved her version of Proud Mary!” Fogerty added. “It was different and great. I was also very happy because she chose my song and it was her breakthrough record. I was very honored. I’m also grateful to have been on stage with her performing Proud Mary. Keep rolling by the river. Rest in peace, Tina.”
So deeply saddened to hear of Tina Turner’s passing…I loved her version of Proud Mary! It was different and great. I was also very happy because he chose my song and it was his breakthrough album. pic.twitter.com/pH1Qt8u25Y
— John Fogerty (@John_Fogerty) May 24, 2023
R&B star Ciara wrote: “Heaven has gained an angel.”
Heaven has gained an angel.
Rest in Paradise Tina Turner.
Thank you for the inspiration you have given us all. pic.twitter.com/JMxa9kBsmF
— Ciara (@ciara) May 24, 2023
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame wrote, “Tina Turner worked hard to reimagine the role of a black woman in rock and roll, one that was firmly placed front and center,” noting that Turner was a two-time member, first in 1991. as part of Ike and Tina Turner, the musical act comprised of Turner and her ex-husband, Ike, and again in 2021 as a solo superstar.
(1/3) In Memoriam: Tina Turner, a two-time inductee, worked hard to reimagine the role of a black woman in rock & roll, one that was firmly placed front and center. During his time in the duo Ike and Tina Turner (inducted in 1991), his electric stage presence was forever heightened pic.twitter.com/mNkKB7O1l5
— Rock Hall (@rockhall) May 24, 2023
“Music legend Tina Turner shone across the stage and into millions of hearts as the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Her legacy will live forever among the stars,” NASA tweeted with an image of a shining galaxy
Simply the best. Music legend Tina Turner shined across the stage and reached millions of hearts as the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. His legacy will live forever among the stars. pic.twitter.com/W0OGq61vwT
— NASA (@NASA) May 24, 2023
President Biden said in a statement that Turner was “a once-in-a-generation talent who changed American music forever.”
“Tina’s personal strength was remarkable,” Biden added: “Overcoming adversity, and even abuse, she built a career for the ages and a life and legacy that were all her own.”
Others who posted tributes included Diana Ross, Bette Middler, Diane Warren, George Takei, Maria Shriver and Mia Farrow.
Our beloved #TinaTurner died. From #Nutbush at the top, she was an absolutely brilliant performer and an inspiration to us all. May the flights of angels sing her to her rest, but if I know Tina, she’s singing lead.
— bettemidler (@BetteMidler) May 24, 2023
A survivor and a survivor. Every note he sang shook the room and shook your soul. There will never be another like her. Shake the roof of the sky Tina Turner🎤🔥💔
— Diane Warren (@Diane_Warren) May 24, 2023
A true legend has passed. Tina Turner has died at the age of 83. She was our River Deep and our Mountain High, the private dancer of our hearts. She showed us that love really has everything to do with it, and that we really need another hero. And she was. Rest now,…
—George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) May 24, 2023
Tina Turner was iconic, talented and fierce. what a trip What a life, full of great highs and great lows. She left an abusive marriage. He found love again. He made his way in this world, selling millions of albums. She became a mother, had a terrible experience… pic.twitter.com/Es5fKZMGZL
— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) May 24, 2023
The magnificent Tina Turner has left us. 💔 pic.twitter.com/0FW16o4kZC
— Mia Farrow 🏳️🌈 🌻🇺🇸☘️ (@MiaFarrow) May 24, 2023
Tina would have a lot of energy during her performances and was a real entertainer. He created the project for other great artists such as Janet Jackson and Beyoncé and his legacy will continue through all high-energy performers. Cookie and I are praying for her… pic.twitter.com/tFpWfj8clC
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) May 24, 2023
Tina Turner: Simply the best.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) May 24, 2023
Mr. Armani pays homage to the greats #TinaTurner pic.twitter.com/IFvVwAHM4s
— Armani (@armani) May 24, 2023
Throughout her extraordinary life, Tina Turner broke barriers, redefined music and inspired the world to dance. She was an icon, a transcendent talent, and we will miss her. pic.twitter.com/UcCuHsUT4u
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) May 24, 2023
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