She was as in the words of one of her greatest hits, “simply the best”, and with her passing Wednesday (May 24), the internet was abuzz with tributes to the woman known as the Queen of Rock & Roll, Tina Turner, who was born Anna Mae Bullock in Nutbush, Tennessee on November 26, 1939.
A statement released by her publicist 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 Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland. With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model. There will be a private funeral ceremony attended by close friends and family.”
And with that came a request for the privacy of her family. Please respect the privacy of her family at this difficult time.”
“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,” wrote Mariah Carey. “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.”
Turner, known for such hits as “What’s Love Got To Do With It”, “Private Dancer”, “Proud Mary” and “The Best”, passed away after a series a health bouts that included a stroke, kidney failure and intestinal cancer.
“I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner,” Mick Jagger posted on Instagram. “She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer. She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous…”
Wrote Bette Midler, “Our beloved #TinaTurner has died. From #Nutbush to the top, she was an absolutely brilliant performer and inspiration to us all. May flights of angels sing her to her rest, but if I know Tina, she is singing lead.”
Diana Ross shared that she was shocked and saddened, posting a picture of the two of them together, Gladys Knight called her a “fierce force of nature” and Elton John said the world had lost her as one of its most exciting and electric performers. Adding that she was “untouchable”.
“Iconic. Beautiful. A survivor. Brilliance,” Viola Davis observed. “Our first symbol of excellence and unbridled ownership of sexuality!! You were my childhood. Oh man!!! God is getting an angel today!!! Rest well Ms. Tina Turner. We will bask in your legacy!!!”
Who did not love Tina Turner was the question posed by Gayle King on social media.
“What a honor to get to know her, and love her up close,” King posted. “Simply the best is not cliche when talking about Tina… Time to grieve & celebrate her life…”
Angela Bassett—who earned an Oscar nomination portraying Turner in the 1993 hit film, “What’s Love Got to Do With It”, reflected on her time with Tina.
“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…
“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.”
So were we all.
She was as in the words of one of her greatest hits, “simply the best”, and with her passing Wednesday (May 24), the internet was abuzz with tributes to the woman known as the Queen of Rock & Roll, Tina Turner, who was born Anna Mae Bullock in Nutbush, Tennessee on November 26, 1939.
A statement released by her publicist 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 Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland. With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model. There will be a private funeral ceremony attended by close friends and family.”
And with that came a request for the privacy of her family. Please respect the privacy of her family at this difficult time.”
“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,” wrote Mariah Carey. “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.”
Turner, known for such hits as “What’s Love Got To Do With It”, “Private Dancer”, “Proud Mary” and “The Best”, passed away after a series a health bouts that included a stroke, kidney failure and intestinal cancer.
“I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner,” Mick Jagger posted on Instagram. “She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer. She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous…”
Wrote Bette Midler, “Our beloved #TinaTurner has died. From #Nutbush to the top, she was an absolutely brilliant performer and inspiration to us all. May flights of angels sing her to her rest, but if I know Tina, she is singing lead.”
Diana Ross shared that she was shocked and saddened, posting a picture of the two of them together, Gladys Knight called her a “fierce force of nature” and Elton John said the world had lost her as one of its most exciting and electric performers. Adding that she was “untouchable”.
“Iconic. Beautiful. A survivor. Brilliance,” Viola Davis observed. “Our first symbol of excellence and unbridled ownership of sexuality!! You were my childhood. Oh man!!! God is getting an angel today!!! Rest well Ms. Tina Turner. We will bask in your legacy!!!”
Who did not love Tina Turner was the question posed by Gayle King on social media.
“What a honor to get to know her, and love her up close,” King posted. “Simply the best is not cliche when talking about Tina… Time to grieve & celebrate her life…”
Angela Bassett—who earned an Oscar nomination portraying Turner in the 1993 hit film, “What’s Love Got to Do With It”, reflected on her time with Tina.
“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…
“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.”
So were we all.