![]() ![]() She did with great dignity and success what very few would even have dared to do in her time and in that genre of music. Gloria Gaynor, a music legend on her own right, wrote that Turner “paved the way for so many women in rock music, black and white. I was also so happy because she chose my song and it was her breakthrough record.” John Fogerty, the former Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman who wrote “Proud Mary,” tweeted: “So deeply sad to hear about Tina Turner’s passing… I loved her version of Proud Mary! It was different and fantastic. RELATED: Remembering Tina Turner And Her Career In PhotosĪ tribute from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame read in part, “Tina Turner worked hard to reimagine the role of a Black woman in rock & roll - one that was firmly placed front and center. I was not prepared to say goodbye to Tina Turner. Questlove was more lyrical, sharing these thoughts on Facebook: Sending condolences to Tina Turner’s family and loved ones,” wrote Diana Ross. Tina was patient enough to see through the wilderness of her journey to get to the mountaintop so we could all soar! We love her. It seems like we lose another of our Giants every other day…It’s just hard to say goodbye to those giants who’ve spoken to us through art that has changed our lives, and awakened in us a desire to see more, be more, do more!!! And nothing beats her version of ‘Proud Mary.’ I loved her musical too. ‘River Deep, Mountain High’ will always be one of my favorite songs. RELATED: Angela Bassett Remembers Tina Turner: She “Showed Others Who Lived In Fear What A Beautiful Future Filled With Love, Compassion, And Freedom Should Look Like”īeach Boys legend Brian Wilson said: “I loved Tina and her voice and energy – she was one of the greats. Thank you,” Warren wrote next to a video of her and Turner. “Today we lost our Queen of Rock and Roll, an inspiration, an ICON. I am honored to have known Tina Turner.”Īdrienne Warren, who portrayed Turner in in the Broadway musical Tina - The Tina Turner Musical, also paid tribute to the legendary Queen of Rock n’ Roll. 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. Tina Turner Dies: Legendary Rock & Soul Singer Was 83Īngela Bassett, who memorably earned an Oscar nom for playing Turner in What’s Love Got to Do with It, shared a lengthy statement with Deadline that reads in part, “Her final words to me - for me - were ‘You never mimicked me. Jill and I send our love and prayers to her husband Erwin, the rest of the Turner family, and fans around the world who are mourning today for the woman they agree was “simply the best.” ![]() Overcoming adversity, and even abuse, she built a career for the ages and a life and legacy that were entirely hers. In addition to being a once-in-a-generation talent that changed American music forever, Tina’s personal strength was remarkable. And her iconic hits – including “Proud Mary,” “The Best,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It” – continue to be treasured, and sung at full volume, by generations of fans. Her high-octane dance performances were legendary. With 12 Grammy Awards, she was the only woman to win in the pop, rock, and R&B categories, a signal of her versatility, creativity, and broad appeal. As a child, she sang in the church choir before becoming one of the most successful recording artists of all time. President Joe Biden issued a statement Wednesday afternoon:īefore she was the Queen of Rock and Roll, Tina Turner was a farmer’s daughter in Tennessee. The news that Tina Turner passed away today brought swift reaction from some of the biggest names in music, sports, television and politics. ![]()
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