‘Queen of Rock ‘n’ ‘Roll’ Tina Turner dies in Switzerland

US News

Tina Turner – one of rock’s great vocalists and most charismatic performers – has died aged 83, her spokesperson has confirmed.

In a statement, they said: “Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock’n Roll’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.

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

The US-born star was one of the great female rock singers, known for her electric on-stage presence and a string of hits including The Best, Proud Mary, Private Dancer and What’s Love Got to Do With It.

You Might Like

She first found fame in the 1960s alongside ex-husband Ike Turner, with the classic song River Deep, Mountain High among their repertoire.

The domestic abuse Ike subjected his wife to was documented in a 1993 Hollywood biopic starring Angela Bassett, which won three Oscars.

Her life story was also immortalised in a popular West End show that is still running.

Articles You May Like

America In The Age Of Stupidity: The Insanity Of The Democrat Voter
Gavin Newsom recall effort will now begin gathering signatures following petition approval
Two crew members die on cruise ship in Bahamas
Trump’s long list of legal entanglements is about far more than just keeping him out of the White House
‘Slap in the face’: Dad of Parkland school shooting victim blasts Kamala’s ‘photo op’ visit at massacre site to ‘push an agenda’

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *