"I wouldn't be on this stage without Tina Turner." Beyoncé paid tribute to the 1980s rock and pop star, who died two days ago at the age of 83, during her only concert at the Stade de France on Friday. Queen B had a few words for the American legend, before telling her thousands of fans: "I want you to scream for her to feel your love."
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A few hours after the announcement of Tina Turner's death, Beyoncé had already celebrated her memory by publishing a moving text on her website: "My beloved queen. I am so much in awe of your influence and all that you have done to pave the way for us. You represent strength and resilience. You are the embodiment of power and passion. We are all fortunate to have witnessed your kindness and beautiful spirit that will endure forever. Thank you for everything you have done. »
"My icon"
Even today, it is a photo of the two artists, together on stage and holding hands, that accompanies the text and illustrates Beyoncé's website. The two women performed the song "Proud Mary" as a duet at the 50th annual Grammy Awards in 2008. "It's something I've wanted to do for years and it actually happened. It's amazing when these moments come to life, "said Queen B at the end of the performance.
Beyoncé has never hidden Tina Turner's influence on her and her career. "She's my heroine and my icon," she said after their duet. The singer, who became a world star in the 1980s thanks to "The Best" and "What's love got to do with it" died after a long illness.
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