Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock’ dies at 83: Friends, celebrities react on social media
Music icon Tina Turner has died at 83 years of age, and many are mourning the loss of the singer whose distinctive voice rocked the world for decades.
Legendary musician Tina Turner, widely recognized as one of the greatest performers in the history of rock music, passed away at the age of 83 in her adoptive homeland of Switzerland. Her considerable contributions to music and her remarkable triumph over her personal struggles have made her an international icon and a source of inspiration.
Her career spanned over six decades, and though she retired from performing in 2009, the year she turned 70, her music and her life continue to influence generations of artists.
Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock’ dies at 83
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An outpouring of sadness for the loss of Tina Turner
Friends, fellow musicians, and fans of the singer paid her tribute on social media by remarking on her talent, her grit, and her undying legacy.
I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was truly an enormously talented performer and...
Posted by Mick Jagger on Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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.
— bettemidler (@BetteMidler) May 24, 2023
"I was a benefactor of the energy, creativity and talents of Tina Turner. A woman who started in rural Nutbush, TN cotton fields and worked her way to the very top. Tina was a great inspiration to me when I was starting out and remains so to this day. Love you Tina. RIP.” —DH pic.twitter.com/2sqg0biujc
— Debbie Harry/BLONDIE (@BlondieOfficial) May 24, 2023
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… pic.twitter.com/ur7djmFHnW
— Mariah Carey (@MariahCarey) May 24, 2023
Omg, I just saw that Tina Turner passed. Legend & Icon & that doesn’t even scratch the surface. May she rest in perfect peace & may her legacy of brilliance & resilience live on forever. #SimplyTheBest pic.twitter.com/LTeLdPWVGZ
— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) May 24, 2023
So deeply sad to hear about Tina Turner's passing… I loved her version of Proud Mary! It was different and fantastic. I was also so happy because she chose my song and it was her breakthrough record. pic.twitter.com/pH1Qt8u25Y
— John Fogerty (@John_Fogerty) May 24, 2023
I had the pleasure of backing up #TinaTurner when she surprised everyone at Live Aid and hit the stage with @MickJagger. Pure energy, dynamic singer, and one-of-a-kind performer. The music world just lost a true queen of soul 💔 J.O. pic.twitter.com/F0VqmZ3zfK
— John Oates (@JohnOates) May 24, 2023
Rest in peace to one of my favorite artists of all time, the legendary queen of rock n’ roll Tina Turner. 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. pic.twitter.com/VqlTjy1LUR
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) May 24, 2023
Mr Armani pays tribute to the great #TinaTurner pic.twitter.com/IFvVwAHM4s
— Armani (@armani) May 24, 2023
Tina Turner: Simply the best.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) May 24, 2023
Tina Turner was iconic, talented, and fierce. What a journey. What a life, filled with great highs and great lows. She left an abusive marriage. She found love again. She made her way in this world, selling millions of albums. She became a mother, she experienced terrible… pic.twitter.com/Es5fKZMGZL
— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) May 24, 2023
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
Shocked, a true legend. RIP, a pure talent…Listening to you tonight as I always have, what a voice x #tinaturner pic.twitter.com/dcLsCG93Gg
— James Martin (@jamesmartinchef) May 24, 2023
Angela Bassett pays tribute to Tina Turner: "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.'" https://t.co/0zSzIw99Jr pic.twitter.com/IHYvu6GVJs
— Variety (@Variety) May 24, 2023