As we previously reported, the music world lost an amazing icon this week. Tina Turner who was one of rock and soul music’s greatest superstars died at the age of 83, leaving a seven-decade legacy that has inspired other musicians like Beyoncé, Jazmine Sullivan, Christina Aguilera, and more.
In a statement released Wednesday, her representative announced: “Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll,’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland. With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model.” While a cause of death has not been shared yet, Turner opened up about her battle with kidney disease earlier this year in honor of International Kidney Day.
In an Instagram post, Turner bravely admitted her health was in “great danger” but wanted to use her platform to encourage her fans to take care of themselves. “My kidneys are victims of my not realizing [sic] that my high blood pressure should have been treated with conventional medicine,” she told her Instagram followers at the time. She added, “I have put myself in great danger by refusing to face the reality that I need daily, lifelong therapy with medication. For far too long I believed that my body was an untouchable and indestructible bastion.”
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That wasn’t the first time she spoke about suffering from kidney problems. As pointed out by Page Six, the singer explained in a blog post for ShowYourKidneysLove.com that she was diagnosed with hypertension in 1978. She explained that when she found out, she didn’t care much about it or tried to control it.
“After suffering a stroke in 2009 because of my poorly controlled hypertension I struggled to get back up on my feet,” she penned. “This is when I first learned that my kidneys didn’t work that well anymore. They had already lost thirty-five percent of their function.”
She added,
“Rarely in my life had I been so wrong. I had not known that uncontrolled hypertension would worsen my renal disease and that I would kill my kidneys by giving up on controlling my blood pressure,” she admitted at the time.
While fans are still processing the news of her death, many fans and close celebrity friends have been sharing tributes to the great icon online.
Tina, the world will forever be grateful for your voice, your fearlessness, and your grace! You truly are the Queen of Rock & Roll and your spirit will reign forever! Rest in eternal peace and love! ❤️#TinaTurner pic.twitter.com/SeNcMAe9IU
— Patti LaBelle (@MsPattiPatti) May 25, 2023
RIP The Queen of Rock & Roll and a St. Louis legend Ms. Tina Turner ❤️🕊️ pic.twitter.com/HPNAAJ1um5
— Metro Boomin (@MetroBoomin) May 25, 2023
So saddened by the loss of the incredibly talented Tina Turner. It was an honor to have worked with her. My thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones. pic.twitter.com/9ulfuLRNp7
— Donny Osmond (@donnyosmond) May 25, 2023
Tina. You changed my life and lit up the hearts of everyone who was lucky to be in your presence. I love you. You will forever be missed. #TinaTurner pic.twitter.com/VHKehrziwR
— Gloria Reuben (@Glo_Reuben) May 25, 2023
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