Joe Biden On The Passing Of Tina Turner, 83

Tina Turner, the vivacious and dynamic rock icon known for her wild-haired rock and stage persona, passed away at her home near Zurich after a long illness. Throughout her music career that spanned five decades, the 83-year-old enraptured global audiences, packing stadiums and earning a dozen of Grammy Awards while also winning the adoration of fans around the world.

Turner’s publicist, Bernard Doherty, said the world loses a music legend, a role model, and added there will be a private funeral ceremony for close friends and family members. The cause of death is undisclosed. [She pictured with her partner Edwin Bach]

Joe Biden On The Passing Of Tina Turner, 83 — Twitter

Tributes have been pouring in for the first woman and the first Black artist to appear on the cover of Rolling Stone, including that of President Joe Biden. In his statement made public, Biden pointed out that as a child, Turner sang in the church choir before becoming one of the most successful recording artists of all. He also alleged that before becoming the Queen of Rock and Roll, she was a farmer’s daughter in Tennessee.

President Biden added, ‘With 12 Grammy Awards, she was the only woman to win in the pop, rock, and R&B categories, a signal of her versatility, creativity, and broad appeal. Millions flocked to her concerts. Her high-octane dance performances were legendary. And her iconic hits – including “Proud Mary,” “The Best,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It” continue to be treasured, and sung at full volume, by generations of fans.’

Biden applauded Turner’s strength in overcoming adversity and abuse, revealing she built a career for the ages and a life and legacy that were entirely hers. He concluded, ‘Jill and I send our love and prayers to her husband Erwin, the rest of the Turner family, and fans around the world who are mourning today for the woman they agree was simply the best.’