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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.

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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.

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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.

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