Tina Turner dead: Latest news and tributes after legendary singer dies at 83

Singer Tina Turner has died at the age of 83

Tina Turner died of natural causes on Wednesday (May 24), it was confirmed.

“Rock’n’roll queen Tina Turner passed away today at the age of 83 at her home in Gusnach, near Zurich, Switzerland after a long illness,” her publicist said in a statement.

“With her, the world loses a musical legend and a role model.”

The singer overcame her violent, abusive behavior to become a chart-topping solo artist in the 1960s with her husband, Ike Turner.

Turner gained a legion of fans for her live performances and became best known for songs such as “Private Dancer”, “The Best”, “What’s Love Got to Do With It” and “Proud Mary”.

Born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939 in Friendship, Tennessee, Turner has sold more than 180 million albums and won 12 Grammy Awards.

Turner was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016 and underwent a kidney transplant in 2017.

Entertainment stars including Mick Jagger, Bryan Adams, Rosario Dawson, Paloma Faith and Naomi Campbell paid tribute to the iconic singer.

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Vice President Kamala Harris paid tribute to the late Tina Turner

US Vice President Kamala Harris has paid tribute to Tina Turner.

“Tina Turner was a fascinating woman whose life was a testament to all who believed in what could be, unencumbered by what was,” he wrote on Twitter. “Her strength, signature voice and iconic moves inspired millions. Doug and I are praying for Tina’s family and loved ones.

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Pictured: Tina Turner, Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, whose career spanned 60 years

of freedom Joe Middleton Check out some of the most remarkable pictures from Tina Turner’s stunning career.

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WATCH: Lizo performs ‘Proud Mary’ in tribute to Tina Turner

Lizzo pays tribute to Tina Turner with a rendition of Proud Mary

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Tina Turner’s throwback video for Live Aid 1985 with Mick Jagger

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WATCH: Tina Turner explains why she renounced her US citizenship

Tina Turner explains why she renounced her US citizenship

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Celebs pay tribute to Beyoncé ‘icon’ Tina Turner

Following news of Turner’s death, Beyoncé dedicated a special message to the “icon.”

“My dear Queen, I love you endlessly,” he wrote in a message on his official website. “I am so grateful for your inspiration and all the ways you have paved the way.

Find other celebrities who have paid tribute here:

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The Queen of Rock’n’Roll has died aged 83 after a long illness

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Diana Ross says she is ‘shocked and saddened’ by Turner’s death

Iconic singer Diana Ross paid tribute to her fellow hitmaker and close friend Tina Turner after she died in Switzerland on Wednesday.

“Shocked. Sadness. My condolences to Tina Turner’s family and loved ones,” Ross wrote in a Twitter post.

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‘Farewell to a dear friend’

A tribute on Tina Turner’s official social media accounts praised the singer’s “boundless zest for life”.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the death Tina Turner,” the post said.

“With her boundless passion for music and life, she enchanted fans around the world and inspired future stars. Saying goodbye to a dear friend; her music. Tina, we will miss you so much.

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