Queen of rock and roll Tina Turner dead at 83
Fox News' Martha MacCallum reflects on the singer's life and legacy on 'America Reports.'
Hollywood stars are mourning the loss of the iconic Tina Turner.
The Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll's death was announced Wednesday on Instagram. Turner died Tuesday after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht, Switzerland, near Zurich, according to her manager. She became a Swiss citizen a decade ago.
Grammy-award-winning artist Beyoncé paid tribute to the legendary star with a heartfelt message on her website.
"My beloved queen. I love you endlessly. I'm so grateful for your inspiration, and all the ways you have paved the way. You are strength and resilience. You are the epitome of power and passion. We are all so fortunate to have witnessed your kindness and beautiful spirit that will forever remain. Thank you for all you have done."
Singer Beyoncé and Singer Tina Turner on stage at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on February 10, 2008. (Getty Images)
She accompanied the tribute with a photo of her and Turner bowing to one another on stage.
Beyoncé paid tribute to legendary singer Tina Turner with a photo of the two bowing to one another on stage at the 50th Grammy Awards. (Getty Images)
Oprah remembered her longtime friend in a special social media post, accompanied by a carousel of memorable photos together.
"I started out as a fan of Tina Turner, then a full-on groupie, following her from show to show around the country, and then, eventually, we became real friends. She is our forever goddess of rock ‘n’ roll who contained a magnitude of inner strength that grew throughout her life. She was a role model not only for me but for the world. She encouraged a part of me I didn’t know existed," Oprah penned in a tribute post.
She continued to honor Turner by highlighting her courage, bold fashion choices and her last words of wisdom.
"I am a better woman, a better human, because her life touched mine. She was indeed simply the best."
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President Joe Biden shared a statement honoring the "Proud Mary" songstress.
"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," he said in part.
"In addition to being a once-in-a-generation talent that changed American music forever, Tina’s personal strength was remarkable. Overcoming adversity, and even abuse, she built a career for the ages and a life and legacy that were entirely hers."
Biden noted in his thoughtful message Turner's career highlights, hit songs and numerous accolades, including 12 Grammy Awards.
"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,’" he concluded.
Beyonce, Oprah, Joe Biden and more celebrities paid tribute to the legendary singer Tina Turner. (Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images))
Mick Jagger took to Twitter on Wednesday to honor his "friend" after her death.
"I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer," Jagger wrote alongside several images of Turner.
"She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous. She helped me so much when I was young and I will never forget her," he concluded.
Lionel Richie took to Instagram on Wednesday and shared a variety of images with the late Turner.
"What a life! What a show! What a talent! Your resilience was a lesson for us all. I will miss you, my dear friend! Thanks for the memories…" Richie wrote, adding a dove and heart emoji.
Diana Ross wrote on Twitter the emotions she is feeling after Turner's death.
"Shocked. Saddened," Ross wrote alongside a picture with Turner. "Sending condolences to Tina Turner’s family and loved ones."
Earvin "Magic" Johnson took to Twitter to remember one of his favorite performers.
"Rest in peace to one of my favorite artists of all time, the legendary queen of rock n’ roll Tina Turner," the former NBA legend wrote alongside a picture of the duo with Elizabeth Taylor.
"I’ve seen her many many times and hands down, she gave one of the best live shows I’ve ever seen. She always gave you your moneys worth."
Mariah Carey honored Turner on Twitter, describing the late singer as "legendary, iconic, diva, and superstar."
"The words legendary, iconic, diva, and superstar are often overused and yet Tina Turner embodies them all and so many more - an incredible performer, musician and trailblazer," Carey began.
"To me, she will always be a survivor and an inspiration to women everywhere. Her music will continue to inspire generations to come. Rest in Peace, Queen," she concluded, adding a red heart emoji.
Actress Angela Bassett took to Instagram on Wednesday to put her grief into words after the news of Turner's death was shared.
"How do we say farewell to a woman who owned her pain and trauma and used it as a means to help change the world? Through her courage in telling her story, her commitment to stay the course in her life, no matter the sacrifice, and her determination to carve out a space in rock and roll for herself and for others who look like her, Tina Turner showed others who lived in fear what a beautiful future filled with love, compassion, and freedom should look like," Bassett began.
"Her final words to me - for me - were ‘You never mimicked me. Instead, you reached deep into your soul, found your inner Tina, and showed her to the world.’ I shall hold these words close to my heart for the rest of my days. I am honored to have known Tina Turner. I am humbled to have helped show her to the world. So on today, while we mourn the loss of this iconic voice and presence, she gave us more than we could have ever asked. She gave us her whole self. And Tina Turner is a gift that that will always be ‘simply the best.’ Angels sing thee to thy rest…Queen," she concluded.
Ciara followed suit, honoring Turner on Twitter.
"Heaven has gained an angel. Rest in Paradise Tina Turner. Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all," the singer-songwriter wrote, adding a few pictures of Turner.
Nicki Minaj honored Turner on Twitter.
"Omg, I just saw that Tina Turner passed. Legend & Icon & that doesn’t even scratch the surface. May she rest in perfect peace & may her legacy of brilliance & resilience live on forever. #SimplyTheBest," Minaj wrote.
Halle Berry shared a sweet message and a throwback picture of herself and Turner.
"I’ll never forget this day at the Legends Ball when I met Tina Turner! She rearranged me with her conversation, her spirit, her depth of character, her grace and most of all her ability to be ordinary and a LEGEND at the time! The world will be missing one bright light tonight!" Berry wrote on Twitter.
"Star Trek" actor George Takei wrote on Twitter that "a true legend has passed" after the news of Turner's death was announced.
"Tina Turner has died at the age of 83. She was our River Deep and our Mountain High, the Private Dancer in our hearts. She showed us that love really does has everything to do with it, and that we really did need another hero. And she was it. Rest now, Proud Mary. Raise your voice high in the heavens. You were always simply The Best," Takei concluded.
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Singer Gloria Gaynor also honored Turner on Twitter.
"I am so, so very sad to hear of the passing of @TinaTurner, the iconic legend who paved the way for so many women in rock music, black and white. She did with great dignity & success what very few would even have dared to do in her time and in that genre of music," Gaynor wrote alongside a picture of the late musician.
Actor and comedian Terrence K. Williams shared a video of Turner performing.
"Tina Turner will be missed. She has passed away at age 83. This is my favorite Tina Turner song! ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It.’ Who else thought she was a great artist and simply the best," Williams wrote on Twitter alongside the video.
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Actor Josh Gad said "this one hits way too hard" on Twitter on Wednesday.
The message posted on Turner's instagram announcing her death read, "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner.
"With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow. Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music. All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly."
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Fox News Digital's Lauryn Overhultz and The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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