A summary of today’s developments
Tributes have been paid around the world to Tina Turner who died on Wednesday aged 83 after a long illness. She had suffered ill health in recent years, being diagnosed with intestinal cancer in 2016 and having a kidney transplant in 2017.
Sir Mick Jagger, who duetted with Tina Turner during Live Aid in 1985, wrote on Instagram: “I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer.
Bette Midler, the singer and actor, said Turner would be performing “lead” vocals for the “flights of angels sing(ing) her to her rest”.
Angela Bassett, who received an Oscar nomination for playing the singer in What’s Love Got to Do With It, shared a statement with the Hollywood Reporter. “I am honored to have known Tina Turner,” she said. “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 will always be ‘simply the best.’ Angels, sing thee to thy rest … Queen.”
Sir Elton John said Turner was a “total legend on record and on stage” in a tribute to the singer following “the saddest news”. “We have lost one of the word’s most exciting and electric performers. A total legend on record and on stage. She was untouchable,” Sir Elton wrote, sharing a picture of the pair together. “Condolences to Erwin and her family. The saddest news.”
The official Twitter account for the late David Bowie has posted a lengthy tribute and some images of the two icons together.
TINA TURNER DIES AGED 83
— David Bowie Official (@DavidBowieReal) May 24, 2023
“I will see you in the sky tonight...”
Sad to hear of the passing of Tina Turner, the legendary singer whose career dated back to 1960 with the release of her first recording: A Fool in Love as Ike and Tina Turner.
In a statement released this evening,… pic.twitter.com/zN13MXJuRi
Sir Elton John said Turner was a “total legend on record and on stage” in a tribute to the singer following “the saddest news”.
“We have lost one of the word’s most exciting and electric performers. A total legend on record and on stage. She was untouchable,” Sir Elton wrote, sharing a picture of the pair together.
“Condolences to Erwin and her family. The saddest news.”
The actor John Cleese has posted this footage of himself with Tina Turner.
Very sad to hear about the passing of Tina Turner. Her talent was beyond measure. pic.twitter.com/suRy2ytY9M
— John Cleese (@JohnCleese) May 24, 2023
Angela Bassett, who received an Oscar nomination for playing the singer in What’s Love Got to Do With It, shared a statement with the Hollywood Reporter.
“I am honored to have known Tina Turner,” she said in a statement.
“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 will always be ‘simply the best.’ Angels, sing thee to thy rest … Queen.”
Diana Ross, the singer, has posted a picture on Twitter of herself with Turner and paid tribute.
Shocked. Saddened. Sending condolences to Tina Turner’s family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/FGlQfjxaGh
— Ms. Ross (@DianaRoss) May 24, 2023
Viola Davis, the actor and producer, said Turner was “our first symbol of excellence” and that fans would continue to “bask” in her legacy.
“Iconic. Beautiful. A survivor. Brilliance,” she wrote on Instagram.
“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!!!”
Bryan Adams, the Canadian singer-songwriter, said Turner was “one hell of a powerhouse woman” and recalled the time the pair had spent together.
“RIP @tinaturner. The world just lost one hell of a powerhouse woman,” he said.
“I’ll be forever grateful for the time we spent together on tour, in the studio and as friends.
“Thank you for being the inspiration to millions of people around the world for speaking your truth and giving us the gift of your incredible voice.
“My condolences to her husband Erwin and Tina’s family. It’s Only Love … and that’s all.”
Bette Midler, the singer and actor, said Turner would be performing “lead” vocals for the “flights of angels sing(ing) her to her rest”.
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
Rolling Stones’ guitarist Ronnie Wood shared pictures of Turner on social media, describing her as “a dear friend to our family”.
“God bless you Tina, the Queen Of Rock And Soul and a dear friend to our family,” he wrote.
“Love and prayers to all of Tina’s family, friends and loved ones #tinaturner@tinaturner.”
The Rolling Stones’ singer Sir Mick Jagger, who duetted with Tina Turner during Live Aid in 1985, wrote on Instagram: “I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer.
I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner.
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) May 24, 2023
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. pic.twitter.com/TkG5VrdxXO
She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous. She helped me so much when I was young and I will never forget her.”
Turner recently spoke about touring with Jagger in an interview with the Guardian in April.
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The Women’s Aid charity in the UK paid tribute to the singer, who recently supported them during the fifth anniversary of Tina, the West End musical about her life.
We are so sad to hear that Tina Turner has passed away today, following long-term illness 💔
— Women's Aid (@womensaid) May 24, 2023
A survivor of domestic abuse who went on to inspire other women, & recently chose to support Women's Aid for the 5th anniversary of @TinaTheMusical, she will always be #SimplyTheBest
❤ https://t.co/D5IX6fZCoW
Paloma Faith described Turner as one of her “greatest influences and inspirations”.
Faith wrote on Instagram: “I can’t even begin. Really, I can’t. Tina you were probably one of my greatest influences and inspirations. I grew up with you in the background of my childhood and all through my time learning my craft I always returned to you.
“I am forever grateful I saw you live several times. I am forever in awe of your soul fire and energy. No one comes close.
“Thank you for all the gifts you gave me, and us, as women, to be empowered and stand up for ourselves and be counted by turning our pain into a force of nature. You really were incredible… RIP”.
Singer Rick Astley hailed Tina Turner as “one of the greats” in his own online tribute.
What a woman, what a life, what a voice! One of the GREATS!
— Rick Astley (@rickastley) May 24, 2023
Such sad news.
R.I.P ❤️🙏 #tinaturner pic.twitter.com/x0JU3xs19H
Here is a montage of images celebrating Tina Turner’s life.
Naomi Campbell pays tribute to 'queen, legend, icon'
The supermodel Naomi Campbell said: “Rest in Peace & Power THE QUEEN , LEGEND, ICON. There will never be another. Cherish my times with you.”
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Tina Turner's manager says singer was 'unique and remarkable force of nature'
Roger Davies, the singer’s manager for 30 years, said: “Tina was a unique and remarkable force of nature with her strength, incredible energy and immense talent.
“From the first day I met her in 1980, she believed in herself completely when few others did at that time.
“It was a privilege and an honour to have been a close friend as well as her manager for more than 30 years.
“I will miss her deeply.”
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American singer Ciara thanked Turner for the “inspiration you gave us all”.
Heaven has gained an angel.
— Ciara (@ciara) May 24, 2023
Rest in Paradise Tina Turner.
Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all. pic.twitter.com/JMxa9kBsmF
Tributes have been coming in from across the world reacting to the news that Tina Turner, the pioneering rock’n’roll star who became a pop behemoth in the 1980s, has died aged 83 after a long illness.
American singer Gloria Gaynor described Turner as an “iconic legend who paved the way for so many women in rock music, black and white”.
Gaynor tweeted: “I am so, so very sad to hear of the passing of @TinaTurner , the iconic legend who paved the way for so many women in rock music, black and white.
“She did with great dignity & success what very few would even have dared to do in her time and in that genre of music”.
