The American singer has died at the age of 83 at her home in Küsnacht (Switzerland), as announced by her representative. Born Anna Mae Bullock, the artist was known for hits such as The Best, Private Dancer, or What's Love Got to Do with It.

"With her, the world loses a legend of music and a role model," closes the statement of his representative. "I still like being down-to-earth because I enjoy being independent in that sense," he told a news conference.