Tributes flow for Tina Turner – Queen of Rock, icon and survivor

Tributes have flowed for US rock legend and soul superstar Tina Turner after she died at her home in Switzerland at the age of 83.

Rolling Stone Mick Jagger called Turner “my wonderful friend”.

“She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer,” he posted to Twitter. “She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous. She helped me so much when I was young and I will never forget her.”

Jagger’s tribute featured four photos, including the pair performing together. Turner reportedly taught the Rolling Stones frontman how to move on stage.

Ronnie Wood, Jagger’s bandmate, tweeted that Turner was “a dear friend to our family”.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also paid tribute to Turner, describing her as “a legend who overcame trauma and domestic violence to provide a soundtrack to our lives”.

Iconic performer Mariah Carey wrote that Turner “will always be a survivor and an inspiration to women everywhere”.

Popstar Nicki Minaj tweeted that Turner was a legend and icon – “and that doesn’t even scratch the surface”.

Actor Mia Farrow shared two images of the rock icon with a simple sentence: “The magnificent Tina Turner has left us.”

American author Stephen King kept things short and sharp, writing “Tina Turner: Simply the best.”

Singer, songwriter and guitarist John Fogerty wrote that he was “so deeply sad” to hear about Turner’s passing.

“I loved her version of Proud Mary! It was different and fantastic. I was also so happy because she chose my song and it was her breakthrough record,” he said.

American singer and occasional actress Diana Ross posted a tribute, writing: “Shocked. Saddened. Sending condolences to Tina Turner’s family and loved ones.”

Basketball legend Magic Johnson said the late performer “created the blueprint” for other great entertainers like Janet Jackson and Beyonce.

“Her legacy will continue on through all high-energy performing artists,” he wrote.

Debbie Harry, the lead vocalist of Blondie, tweeted that Turner was “a great inspiration to me when I was starting out and remains so to this day”.

Turner’s influence even reached the stars, as NASA posted a tribute to the superstar.

A spokesperson for US President Joe Biden called the singer’s death “incredibly sad news” and a massive loss to the communities who loved her and the music industry.

Actor, filmmaker and activist Forest Whitaker said Turner was “an icon, whom we loved for her voice, her dancing, and her spirit”.

Comedian John Cleese tweeted a video of himself and Turner performing a comedy piece.

Cleese said Turner’s talent “was beyond measure”.

Apple chief executive Tim Cook wrote that Turner “broke barriers, redefined music, and inspired the world to dance”.

Actor Elijah Wood wrote a tribute saying Turner was “a force of nature and a legend”.

American singer and songwriter Ciara shared a tribute saying “heaven has gained an angel” with two photos of Turner performing.

“Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all,” Ciara wrote.

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