‘What a woman, what a life’: Tina Turner remembered by Rolling Stones rockers, others
LA TimesTributes on social media poured in for singer Tina Turner, who died Tuesday at age 83. Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all.” “RIP Tina Turner who always reminded me that you can thrive and life fully and joyfully after great suffering,” Gay tweeted. “One of the GREATS!” In a statement shared with The Times on Wednesday, Warner Music Group executive Max Lousada remembered Turner as a “global icon and trailblazer” known for her “inimitable” style and talent. “She stands as the epitome of artistic self-empowerment.” Turner, who was born in Nutbush, Tenn., was known for a number of hits including “Proud Mary” and “River Deep, Mountain High.” She also appeared in the film version of the Who’s rock opera “Tommy” and alongside Mel Gibson in “Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.” Turner is survived by her husband and longtime manager Erwin Bach. Rest now,… — George Takei May 24, 2023 Tina Turner… that walk… the strut… the lemmetellyasomething head tilt… the best, simply — Ira May 24, 2023 Tina Turner: Simply the best.