Tina Turner death updates — Proud Mary singer dies at 83 after lengthy battle with illness as Beyoncé leads tributes | The Sun
LEGENDARY star Tina Turner has died at the age of 83.
In a statement, the singer's spokespeople said: "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's cause of death has not been confirmed.
Beyoncé icon led the tributes to Turner, as she said: "My beloved queen. I love you endlessly. 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.”
Read our Tina Turner blog for the latest updates…
- By Sophie Gable
Tina Turner on her husband Erwin Bach
Tina Turner married Erwin Bach in 2013 and he became the stepfather to her children.
She said of their relationship in her book, “Erwin, who is a force of nature in his own right, has never been the least bit intimidated by my career, my talents, or my fame.
“He shows me that true love doesn’t require the dimming of my light so that he can shine.
“On the contrary, we are the light of each other’s lives, and we want to shine as bright as we can, together.”
Erwin even donated his kidney to Tina.
- By Sophie Gable
Meet Erwin Bach
Erwin Bach 65, was married to Tina Turner and works as a music executive, actor, and producer.
He was born in Cologne, Germany.
As well as a career in music, he is an actor and producer having worked on Tina and Tina Turner – One of the Living, films about his wife.
He has worked with music legends like Queen, Paul McCartney, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, and of course Tina.
- By Sophie Gable
When did Ike Turner die
Ike passed away on December 12, 2007, at his home in San Marcos, California.
His body was reportedly found by his ex-wife Ann and his assistant Falina Rasool.
The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office reported that Turner had died from a cocaine overdose, as it was reported in January 2008.
Ike left no will to his fortune and a judge ruled that his children would be the beneficiaries of his estate after his passing.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
- By Sophie Gable
A tumultuous marriage with Ike Turner, continued
Ultimately, Tina Turner left Ike in 1976 and their divorce was finalized just two years later.
She remarried music executive Erwin Bach in 2013 in Lake Zurich, Switzerland.
Turner, now 81, says goodbye to her fans in a new documentary film as she reveals she is battling a form of post-traumatic stress disorder.
- By Sophie Gable
A tumultuous marriage with Ike Turner
Tina Turner alleged that her relationship with Ike Turner was physically abusive and in her memoir, My Love Story, Tina described feeling reluctant to wed, saying: “(Arguing) would just make him mad, and that might lead to a beating.
Adding: “I definitely didn’t want a black eye on my wedding day.”
She recounted to W Magazine that Ike was upset when she would not change her name, saying: “First, he was verbally abusive. Then, he picked up a wooden shoe stretcher.
- By Sophie Gable
Tina and Ike’s children
Tina and Ike had two sons together, Ronald Renelle and Raymond Craig Turner.
Raymond Craig was adopted by Ike as Tina had him in a previous relationship with bandmate Raymond Hill.
In addition, Ike had two other sons, Ike Turner Jr. and Michael Turner from a previous marriage to a woman named Lorraine Taylor.
Ike also had Mia Turner with Ann Thomas, and Twanna Melby Turner with Pat Richard.
- By Sophie Gable
How long was Tina Turner married to Ike
Tina and Ike Turner were married for 16 years.
The star was only 22 years old when she fell in love with Ike, who was five years her junior, according to the BBC.
The pair met at a nightclub in Manhattan and sparked up a romance after singing together.
After dating for some time, Tina and Ike traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to get married in 1962.
- By Sophie Gable
Hit songs from the Queen of ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’
Tina Turner was known for making hit after hit throughout her career.
Turner sold over 100million records and won 12 Grammy awards.
One of her hit songs, River Deep – Mountain High, released in 1966, is Rolling Stone’s number 33 song on the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time list.
Turner took the world by storm in the 1980s, with hit songs like What’s Love Got to Do with It, Let’s Stay Together, and I Don’t Wanna Lose You.
Turner had a total of 10 studio albums, two live albums, and two soundtrack albums.
- By Sophie Gable
Tina Turner 'welcomed' age with 'open arms'
Tina Turner and Cher sat down with Oprah Winfrey in 2008 to discuss aging.
When asked about getting older, Tina replied: "I welcome it with open arms. My senior life is so much better than when I was young."
"My wisdom, the way I think, my attitude towards things. It really – there is a change when you're still healthy and you still look good, so your whole outlook changes on everything."
She continued: "You don't mind being 68, that number doesn't mean a thing!"
- By Sophie Gable
Biden and Harris post tributes
President Biden and Vice-President Harris have posted their tributes to Tina Turner on Twitter.
- By Sophie Gable
Cher opens up about Tina's death
Cher opened up about Tina Turner's death during a phone interview with MSNBC.
She revealed that she started visiting Tina while she was sick and took turns with other family members to make sure Tina knew she was loved.
Cher added that Tina was really happy during her final days and that even though she was really sick, she was "having a good time."
Cher commended her friend for who she was as a person and artist.
She told Ari Melber: "There was no other person like her. There was no other person who could come close to who she was."
- By Sophie Gable
Tina Turner opened up about insecurities
In one of her final interviews, Tina Turner said her iconic voice was sometimes overshadowed by the attention she received for her legs.
"Sometimes I think I’m as famous for my legs as much as my voice," Tine told The Sun in an interview last month.
"I only had my legs on show so much as it made it much easier to dance," she said.
"Then it became part of my style."
Tina opened up: "When I was younger I never felt confident about any part of my body.
"But with all the attention my legs received, I realized they must be OK!"
- By Sophie Gable
Tina Turner on her faith
Before her passing, Tina Turner opened up about her faith in an interview with Vogue.
She revealed: "My Buddhist beliefs are my foundation,"
"The rituals that I’ve had since the early days are still with me. That includes spending time chanting in my little prayer room every day."
- By Sophie Gable
Barack Obama reflects on the Queen of Rock and Roll
Barack Obama posted a tribute to Tina Turner on Twitter.
He wrote: "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.
"Today we join fans around the world in honoring the Queen of Rock and Roll, and a star whose light will never fade."
- By Sophie Gable
Mariah Carey sends love
Mariah Carey posted a touching tribute to Tina Turner on Twitter.
She wrote: "The words legendary, iconic, diva, and superstar are often overused and yet Tina Turner embodies them all and so many more – an incredible performer, musician and trailblazer.
"To me, she will always be a survivor and an inspiration to women everywhere. Her music will continue to inspire generations to come.
"Rest in Peace, Queen [heart emoji]."
- By Sophie Gable
Angela Bassett shares Turner's last words
In her tribute on Instagram, Angela Bassett shared Tina Turner's last words to her.
She wrote: "Her final words to me – for me – were 'You never mimicked me. Instead, you reached deep into your soul, found your inner Tina, and showed her to the world.'
"I shall hold these words close to my heart for the rest of my days. I am honored to have known Tina Turner. I am humbled to have helped show her to the world.
"So on today, while we mourn the loss of this iconic voice and presence, she gave us more than we could have ever asked. She gave us her whole self. And Tina Turner is a gift that that will always be simply the best.' Angels sing thee to thy rest…Queen."
- By Sophie Gable
Angela Bassett honors Tina Turner
Angela Bassett, who portrayed Tina Turner in her biopic, What's Love Got To Do With It has paid tribute to Tina on Instagram.
She posted a photo of her laughing with Tina and wrote: "How do we say farewell to a woman who owned her pain and trauma and used it as a means to help change the world?
"Through her courage in telling her story, her commitment to stay the course in her life, no matter the sacrifice, and her determination to carve out a space in rock and roll for herself and for others who look like her, Tina Turner showed others who lived in fear what a beautiful future filled with love, compassion, and freedom should look like."
- By Sophie Gable
Bill Clinton pays tribute
Bill Clinton posted a tribute on Twitter to the late Tina Turner.
The statement read: "I loved Tina Turner and will never forget meeting her when she came to Little Rock for a concert after releasing Private Dance in 1984.
"We met again on her 67th birthday in St. Petersburg, where she and Elton John sang for a charity event. She still had it–talent, style, energy, and authenticity–a priceless gift to music lovers everywhere.
"May she rest in peace."
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A few little known facts about Tina Turner
Some of these may surprise you.
- Turner was born Anna Mae Bullock.
- When she first started performing, she used the stage name "Little Ann."
- In 1960, her partner at the time, Ike, gave her the name Tina Turner.
- She sang in Ike's band and reportedly, Ike trademarked the name in case she decided to leave the group, so another singer could perform under the moniker.
Tina's Childhood
The star was born to parents Floyd and Zelma Bullock in rural Tennessee in 1939.
After her parents separated in the early 50s, young Tina moved in with her maternal grandmother.
When she was 16, Whitney made her way to Saint Louis where immersed herself in the R&B scene, launching her music career.
Tina's top Billboard Hot 100 songs
To celebrate the late singer's legacy, here is a list of a few of Tina Turner's songs in order of how long they charted on The Billboard's Hot 100 List:
- What's Love Got To Do With It (28 weeks on chart)
- I Don't Wanna Fight (24 weeks on chart)
- Better Be Good To Me (21 weeks on chart)
- One Of The Living (18 weeks on chart)
- Private Dancer (18 weeks on chart)
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Shangela posts touching Instagram tribute to Tina Turner
Season 31 finalist Shangela posted a never before seen video of herself performing Tina's iconic Disco Inferno.
"I never got the chance to see Tina live, but she will forever be one of my greatest inspirations," the star of HBO's We Are Here wrote.
"Rest in Power, Miss Anna Mae. You are Loved for lifetimes and beyond."
- By Carsen Holaday
Magic Johnson pays tribute
NBA legend Magic Johnson has paid tribute to the Queen of Soul on Twitter.
"Rest in peace to one of my favorite artists of all time, the legendary queen of rock n’ roll Tina Turner," the basketball player wrote and shared a picture of the two together.
"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."
- By Carsen Holaday
Tina and Erwin's love story, part two
Tina continued about meeting Erwin: “I thought that I could say that because I was a free woman, I didn’t have a boyfriend, I liked him.
“There was nothing wrong with it — it was just sex. And he looked at me as if he didn’t believe what he was hearing.
"He was just so different, so laid back, so comfortable, so unpretentious, and that was the beginning of our relationship.”
As love blossomed, Tina started to wind up her recording career, making her last album in 1999, aged 59. She gave her final performance in 2009.
- By Carsen Holaday
Tina met Erwin in 1986
Tina met German record producer Erwin Bach while visiting Europe in 1986. She was 46 and he was 30, but it was love at first sight — though they didn’t marry until 2013.
Tina recalls: “He had the prettiest face. It was like, ‘Where did he come from?’ He was so good-looking. My heart went ba-bum. It means that a soul has met.
"When he found out that I liked him he came to America and we were in Nashville and I said to him, ‘When you come to LA I want you to make love to me.'"
Tina and Erwin married in 2013Credit: Alamy
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