ZURICH, SWITZERLAND: Tina Turner, the Queen of 'Rock 'n' Roll' has died at the age of 83. "The world has lost a legend and a role model," her publicist Bernard Doherty announced on Thursday. "Tina, we will miss you," a post on her Facebook page, which also announced her death, wrote in part.
Born Anna Mae Bullock in Nutbush, Tennessee, the 'What's Love Got to Do With It' singer was best known by her stage name. It was given to her by her ex-partner Ike Turner with whom she was married from 1962 to 1978.
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Tina Turner: Queen of Rock 'n' Roll who had a famed career spanning six decades dies at 83
'I will never forget her'
The singer's cause of death is attributed to her long sickness. Turner died at her home in Zurich, Switzerland. Following the news of her death tributes have begun pouring in. "I’m 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 so much when I was young and I will never forget her," Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger wrote on Facebook. In 2010, Rolling Stone included her on its list of Greatest Singers of All Time.
'How do we say farewell to a woman who owned her pain and trauma'
Angela Bassett, who played Turner in the biopic of her life, "What's Love Got to Do With It,' wrote in her tribute, “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."
'I am humbled to have helped show her to the world'
Basset, as per Today, revealed the final words she spoke. "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.”
'Who did not love Tina Turner?'
Gayle King, Oprah Winfrey's best friend, wrote a tribute to Turner on Instagram, "Who did not love TINA TURNER?! What a honor to get to know her, and love her up close. Simply the best is not cliche when talking about Tina ... Time to grieve & celebrate her life."
'Simply the best'
"Heaven gained an angel. Rest in Paradise Tina Turner. Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all," Ciara wrote in her tribute on Twitter. "Simply the best. Music legend Tina Turner sparkled across the stage and into millions of hearts as the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll. Her legacy will forever live among the stars,' NASA wrote in their tribute.
'She showed us that love really does has everything to do with it'
Holly Robinson Pete said, "A life to celebrate… Rest In Peace Queen Tina Turner." George Takei wrote, "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 in our hearts. She showed us that love really does has everything to do with it, and that we really did need another hero. And she was it. Rest now, Proud Mary. Raise your voice high in the heavens. You were always simply The Best."
'Tina was a true entertainer'
"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," Basketball legend Magic Johnson wrote in his tribute. He continued in another tweet, "Tina would have so much energy during her performances and was a true entertainer. She created the blueprint for other great entertainers like Janet Jackson and Beyoncé and her legacy will continue on through all high-energy performing artists. Cookie and I are praying for her husband and all of her friends and family."
'She was my mom's hero'
"Sad to hear of Tina Turner passing. I saw her on her first major tour, supporting The Rolling Stones at Birmingham Odeon on 1966 & became an instant fan. RIP, Geezer Butler wrote. Kid Cudi posted, "RIP Tina. She was my mom's hero and was the ultimate superhero for me too." Maria Shriver wrote, "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 sadness, and she still kept going. She brought joy to so many, even when she was experiencing such tragedy. I’ve always admired her. I first met her as a teenager and followed her throughout her inspiring life. May we honor Tina, and may we continue to play her music loudly and dance! #simplythebest."
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