Funeral arrangements have been confirmed for the legendary singer Tina Turner, as fans around the world mourn her tragic passing at the age of 83.
Tina, whose real name was Anna Mae Bullock, peacefully died at her residence in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, following a long illness.
A spokesperson announced the singer’s death on Wednesday (May 24), explaining she died “peacefully” after a long illness.
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Her funeral service will be a private affair, exclusively attended by Tina’s close relatives and friends.
Her spokesperson shared: “There will be a private funeral ceremony attended by close friends and family.”
The official announcement was made through Tina’s Instagram account, informing her devoted fans of her passing.
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The statement posted on her social media page read: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner.
“With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow.
“Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music. All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly.”
As the news of her passing spread around the world, tributes poured in from fans and famous faces alike.
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Renowned figures such as Naomi Campbell and Magic Johnson expressed their heartfelt condolences, paying tribute to the icon’s extraordinary talent and influence
While Tina Turner enjoyed a remarkable career on stage, her personal life was marked by health challenges and tragic events.
She bravely faced numerous health battles, including a stroke and a battle with cancer, which she candidly discussed in a recent documentary about her life.
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Kidney failure also posed a significant threat, ultimately leading to a transplant in 2017, generously provided by her husband, Erwin.
In addition to her health struggles, Tina endured the lingering effects of post-traumatic stress disorder stemming from the domestic abuse she suffered during her first marriage to Ike Turner.
Tragically, her heartache persisted as she experienced the devastating loss of a second child shortly before her own passing.
Her son Ronnie, aged 62, was found deceased outside his home in Los Angeles, adding to the string of horrific life events the singer had endured.
This tragedy followed the loss of her other son Craig, who died by suicide in 2018.
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