From Mick Jagger to Barack Obama: celebrities pay tribute to Tina Turner on their social networks

On the night of Wednesday, May 24, Tina Turner died at her home in Küsnacht, near Zurich (Switzerland), at the age of 83. This was confirmed by his representative through a statement, where he explained that the death of the singer occurred "after a long illness" and added that "with her, the world loses a legend of music and a role model."

It is true that a presence as absolute and colossal as that of the so-called queen of rock and roll can only leave behind her departure a huge void. And this has been felt by numerous personalities from the world of music, cinema, the entertainment industry in general or even the field of politics, who have not hesitated to pay a small tribute to him through their social networks. From Mick Jagger to Barack Obama, through Oprah Winfrey or Elton John. These are the farewells of celebrities, the penultimate goodbye to one of the most relevant women in music.

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Oprah Winfrey

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The presenter, queen of television and businesswoman has shared on her Instagram account, in which she accumulates more than 22 million followers, a carousel of photos in which she appears with the artist at different times of their respective careers. He has accompanied the images with a heartfelt message: "I started as a fan of Tina Turner, then as a groupie, following her from concert to concert around the country, and then, finally, we became friends. She is our eternal rock goddess, who contained an inner strength that grew throughout her life. She was a role model not only for me but for the world. He discovered a part of me that I didn't know existed," she writes. "When he claimed his freedom after years of abuse, his life became a call for victory. I am grateful for her bravery, for showing us what the image of victory looks like over Manolo's and with a leather miniskirt. He once told me that when the time came to leave this earth he would not be afraid, but excitement and curiosity. Because she had learned to live, surrounded by her husband, Erwin, and friends. I am a better woman and a better person, because his life touched mine. In fact, she was 'simply the best' (in a pun on one of her biggest musical hits).

Mick Jagger

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The Rolling Stones frontman, who, according to Tina Turner herself, was inspired by her to dominate her stage presence, was one of the first celebrities to speak out on Instagram after the death of the artist: "I am very sad about the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was an enormously talented performer and singer. She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous. She helped me a lot when I was young and I will never forget her."

Rod Stewart

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The British rocker, who collaborated with Turner on the 1992 song It Takes Two, within his album Vagabond Heart, has also said goodbye to the artist on his Instagram account with a series of photographs accompanied by a brief message: "I'm devastated, what a woman! Friend and lie. It takes two [she wrote in reference to the title of their common song], but there was only one Tina Turner."

Angela Basset

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Actress Angela Bassett, who played the singer in What's Love Got To Do With It, a film based on her life and a role for which she was nominated for an Oscar, said goodbye a few hours later to the artist: "How do we say goodbye to a woman who took ownership of her pain and trauma and used them to help change the world? Through her courage in telling her story, her commitment to staying the course of her life, no matter the sacrifice, and her determination to carve out a space for herself in rock and roll for herself, and others who look like her, Tina Turner showed others living in fear what a future filled with love could look like. compassion and freedom. The last words he said to me were, 'You never imitated me. Instead, you reached deep into your soul, found your inner Tina, and showed her to the world.' I will have these words in my heart for the rest of my life. I feel fortunate to have met Tina Turner. I feel fortunate to have helped show it to the world. So today, as we mourn the loss of this iconic voice and presence, we know she gave us more than we ever asked for. He gave us his whole being. And Tina Turner is a gift. It will always be 'simply the best'. Angels sing to you for you... Queen."

Magic Johnson

Rest in peace to one of my favorite artists of all time, the legendary queen of rock n' roll Tina Turner. I've seen her many times and hands down, she gave one of the best live shows I've ever seen. She always gave you your moneys worth. pic.twitter.com/VqlTjy1LUR

— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) May 24, 2023

The former NBA player has said goodbye to the singer through his Twitter account, where he has shared an image in which the late actress Elizabeth Taylor also appears: "Rest in peace one of my favorite artists of all time, the legendary queen of rock, Tina Turner. I have seen it many times and, unquestionably, it made one of the best live shows I have seen in my life. It was always worth it."

Bryan Adams

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The American singer-songwriter has shared an image with the diva on his Instagram account. Adams and Turner collaborated on the 1999 song It's Only Love, which was included on Bryan Adams' album Reckless and Tina Turner's live album Tina Live in Europe: "Rest in peace, dear Tina. I will always be grateful for taking me on tour with you, going to the studio together and, most of that, for being your friend. Thank you for being an inspiration to millions of people around the world, for telling the truth and for the gift of your voice. My condolences to Erwin and your family. Love... That's it."

Barack Obama

Tina Turner was raw. She was powerful. She was unstoppable. And she was unapologetically herself—speaking and singing her truth through joy and pain; triumph and tragedy. Today we join fans around the world in honoring the Queen of Rock and Roll, and a star whose light will never... pic.twitter.com/qXl2quZz1c

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 24, 2023

The former president of the United States has also said goodbye to the artist through the social network of the bird: "Tina Turner was a tough aunt. Powerful. Unstoppable. She was herself, unapologetically, speaking and singing her truth through joy and pain, triumph and misfortune. Today we join fans around the world in honoring the queen of rock and roll. A star whose light will never go out."

Joe Biden

Before she was the Queen of Rock and Roll, Tina Turner was a farmer's daughter in Tennessee. As a child, she sang in the church choir before becoming one of the most successful recording artists of all time.

In addition to being a once-in-a-generation talent that changed...

— President Biden (@POTUS) May 24, 2023

Also the president of the United States Joe Biden has said goodbye to the artist with a message in which she recalled her origins: "Before being the queen of rock, Tina Turner was the daughter of a Tennessee farmer. As a child, she sang in the church choir before becoming one of the most successful entertainers of all time. In addition to being a unique talent in a generation that changed American music forever, Tina's personal strength was admirable. Overcoming adversity and even abuse, he built a career for history and a life and legacy that were entirely his own. Jill and I send our love to her husband Erwin, the rest of the Turner family and fans around the world who are mourning today for the woman who, as they say, was 'simply the best'.

Diana Ross

Shocked. Saddened. Sending condolences to Tina Turner's family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/FGlQfjxaGh

— Ms. Ross (@DianaRoss) May 24, 2023

"In shock. Sad. I send my condolences to the family of Tina Turner," singer and actress Diana Ross, former lead singer of the Supremes, wrote through her Twitter account.

Alicia Keys

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Singer Alicia Keys has also had a moment to remember, sharing an image and video on her Instagram account of the day she met Tina Turner: "What a woman, what a life, what a fighter. The day I met you, Tina, I couldn't believe I was in the presence of your greatness (thanks to my sister, Oprah). I have to celebrate and be thankful for the love you took out and gave to those around you. The song you sang gave us the courage we needed to get out there and be the people we wanted to be. You were a force as a woman and as an artist. You were a beacon that guided not only me, but people around the world who needed to find themselves, and to understand strength through vulnerability. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart, dear elder sister. Rest. We will worship you to infinity."

Elton John

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Brief and direct, Elton John has said goodbye to Tina Turner through his Instagram account: "We have lost one of the most explosive and electric performers. A legend on record and live. He was untouchable. My condolences to Erwin and his family. Sad news." In his 2019 biography, titled simply I: Elton John, the Rocket Man songwriter wrote about a dispute with the singer when they collaborated to cover Proud Mary during a Turner tour, a good idea that "soon turned into a disaster." "He didn't like my hair, he didn't like the color of my piano, he doesn't like my clothes," wrote the singer, who claimed that Turner had told him that Versace's clothes made him "fat" and recommended that he dress as Armani. John acknowledged that Tina Turner's comments brought him to tears. Later, the singer acknowledged, they made peace. They never collaborated again.

Beyoncé

The pop diva, who in the past has paid tribute to Tina Turner on numerous occasions, has also dedicated a few words to the singer. It has been through his website, which has updated with an image in which he appears next to the deceased artist on stage. Just below, he shared a few words: "My dear queen. I love you to infinity. I am deeply grateful for your inspiration and how you paved the road. You are strength and resilience. You are the epitome of power and passion. We are fortunate to have witnessed your goodness and your precious spirit, which will always be with us. Thank you for everything you did."

The world of music is, perhaps, the most touched by the death of the singer. The group Coldplay dedicated their concert last night in Barcelona and there are many voices that have had a few words of remembrance and gratitude about the artist: Michelle Williams, former member of the Destiny's Child, Diane Warren, who composed with the artist the album Don't Turn Around, Bette Milder or Ciara. But also celebrities and personalities from other disciplines, such as the model Naomi Campbell or the actress Rosario Dawson. Tina Turner's wake is so elongated that no one has missed the opportunity to remember her.