by A collection of tributes that rained down on Wednesday from musicians, actors and athletes following the death of musical superstar Tina Turner,
“I am very saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was truly an extremely talented artist and singer. She was inspiring, warm, funny and generous. She helped me a lot when I was young and I will never forget her.” – Mick Jagger said on Instagram. Turner performed with Jagger during a concert in 1985 and toured with the band into the 1960s.
“We have lost one of the most exciting and electrifying artists in the world. A total legend on record and on stage. She was untouchable. Condolences to Erwin and his family. The saddest news.” – Elton John said on Instagram.
“How do we say goodbye to a woman who took on 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 staying the course of her life no matter the sacrifice, and her determination to carve a space in rock and roll for herself and others who look like her, Tina Turner showed others that he lived in fear of what a beautiful future full of love, compassion and freedom might look like. Her final words to me-to me-were “You never imitated me. Instead, you reached deep into your soul, found your inner Tina, and showed her to the world. I will hold those words close to my heart for the rest of my days.” —Angela Bassett, who played Turner in the 1993 film “What’s Love Got to Do With It”
“Rest in peace to one of my favorite artists of all time, the legendary queen of rock n’ roll Tina Turner. I’ve seen her many, many times and without a doubt, she put on one of the best live shows I’ve ever seen. She has always given you her money’s worth. – NBA legend Magic Johnson, who posted a photo with him and Turner on twitter.
“Fallen Cultural Icon. Travel Safe Anna Mae Bullock. You were here.” – singer Erykah Badu told Instagram.
“Heaven gained an angel. Rest in Paradise Tina Turner. Thanks for the inspiration you gave us all.” – said the singer Ciara at the twitter.
“What a woman, what a life, what a warrior!!! The day I met you Ms. Tina I couldn’t believe she was in the presence of her greatness!! (Thanks to my big sister @oprah!!!) Gotta celebrate and say thank you for all the love you’ve poured out around her. The songs you sang gave us the courage to go out and be ourselves. You are a fierce force as a woman and artist! All these things have been beacons of light not just for me, but for all people around the world, finding ourselves and our fearlessness, through our vulnerability!!” – Alicia Keys said on Instagram.
“True rocker. Greatest interpreter. The most profoundly sexy woman. What a dynamo, what a story, what a heroine. Always an inspiration of energy for me, always tapping into the source. Tina forever. Man. I have always admired her and her infinite power.” —Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea said on Instagram.
“A survivor and a badass. Every note she sang shook the room and shook her soul. There will never be another like her. Shake the roof of the sky, Tina Turner. – musician Diane Warren said in twitter.
“Tina Turner was iconic, talented and fierce. What a journey. What a life, full of big ups and big downs. She left an abusive marriage. She has found love again. She paved her way in this world, selling millions of albums. She became a mother, experienced terrible sadness, and still continued. She brought joy to many even when she was experiencing such tragedy. I’ve always admired her. I met her as a teenager and followed her throughout her inspiring life. May we honor Tina, and may we continue to play her music loud and dance!” – said actress Maria Shriver in twitter.
