Queen of Rock & Roll Tina Turner dies at 83

Tina Turner, a well-known rock and roll performer, has died at the age of 86.Tina Turner is a Rock & Roll legend whose songs earned her the moniker "Queen of the Genre" as well as a pop culture phenomenon.Tina Turner's death was announced online on May 24, 2023, with reports claiming she died quietly in her sleep. "Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock 'n' Roll,' died peacefully today at the age of 83 in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, after a long illness," her family said in a statement. Tina Turner, born Anna Mae Bullock, achieved widespread fame in 1966 when she joined Ike in the band Ike & Tina Turner, which was managed by Bob Krasnow. The duo enjoyed success while churning out several charting singles in their 9 years together. Tina Turner embarked on a hugely successful solo career that made her one of the best selling female and most revered female artists of all time. During her over half a century long career run, Tina Turner released 9 studio albums, won 12 Grammys and was also inducted into the Grammys and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. She also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her music has also inspired several superstars including Childish Gambino, Arian Grande, Kanye West, and many more. Aside music, Tina Turner acted in several movies in which she delivered timeless performances.