The American singer died at the age of 83 following a long illness. The news was announced on Wednesday by his entourage.
An artist “so talented”there “legendary queen of rock”a “icon”… The tributes multiply, Wednesday, May 24, after the announcement of the death of Tina Turner. The American star, naturalized Swiss, died in his house near Zurich (Switzerland). Performing hits like Proud Mary Or The Bestthe artist with a blond mane and a devastating smile knew how to ignite crowds throughout the world thanks to his explosive stage play.
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The one who claimed not to be afraid of aging said in April to the Guardian that she hoped to be remembered as the “queen of rock ‘n roll”. A bet largely won, as this nickname comes up in the many tributes. Magic Johnson, one of the best basketball players in history, was for example moved by the loss of this “legendary queen of rock”. “I’ve seen her many times (in concert) and she did, by far, some of the best shows I’ve ever seen”he greeted on Twitter.
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… pic.twitter.com/tFpWfj8clC
—Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) May 24, 2023
She ‘paved the way for so many women in rock’
Mick Jagger, singer of the Rolling Stones, shared his sadness after the death of his “wonderful friend”. An artist “so talented”but also “warm, funny and generous”he said.
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. pic.twitter.com/TkG5VrdxXO—Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) May 24, 2023
Another singing superstar, Gloria Gaynor, recalled that Tina Turner had “paved the way for so many women in rock, whether black or white”.
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 🕊 #TinaTurner pic.twitter.com/HrcJj7PltI
— Gloria Gaynor (@gloriagaynor) May 24, 2023
Mariah Carey hailed a “incredible performer”. “For me, she will always be a survivor and an inspiration to all women”she posted on Twitter.
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
For the singer Ciara, “heaven has gained an angel”. “Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all”she said on Twitter.
Heaven has gained an angel.
Rest in Paradise Tina Turner.
Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all. pic.twitter.com/JMxa9kBsmF—Ciara (@ciara) May 24, 2023
The emotion is shared to the top of the American state. The White House immediately welcomed this “icon”lamenting “a huge loss”. Even NASA went there with its tribute. “Music legend Tina Turner shone on stage and in the hearts of millions” fans, the US space agency said.
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. pic.twitter.com/W0OGq61vwT
—NASA (@NASA) May 24, 2023