Beyoncé’s reaction to the death of Tina Turner

Like many of today’s biggest musicians, Beyoncé paid tribute to her idol Tina Turner. After the death of the queen of rock and roll On May 24, the 41-year-old singer, currently in the midst of his renaissance world tour – issued a statement on your website.

“My beloved queen. I love you infinitely,” he wrote. “I am 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 lucky to have witnessed your kindness and beautiful spirit that will remain.” forever. Thank you for all you have done.”

Beyoncé has long been open about her admiration for Turner and how the rock legend paved the way for her. As she honored Turner at the 2005 Kennedy Center HonorsThe “Cuff It” singer said: “Every once in a while when I think of inspiration, I think of the two Tinas in my life: my mom, Tina, and of course the amazing Tina Turner.” During her tribute, Beyoncé recalled the first time she saw Turner perform: “I never in my life have seen a woman so powerful, so fierce, so fabulous, and those legs!”

Three years later, Beyoncé and Turner teamed up to a spectacular performance of “Proud Mary” at the 2008 Grammys. And for Turner’s 80th birthday in 2019, Beyoncé shared a handwritten note on her website (via metropolitan UK). “To my queen Tina Turner: I have loved you all my life. You have paved the way and made it possible for another country girl to follow her dreams,” Beyoncé wrote. “I’m so thankful for you. I’m lucky to have two Tinas showing me the way. With every ounce of my love and admiration. Happy, happy, happy, happy birthday.”

Turner died at the age of 83 after a long battle with a persistent illness. His death was announced in a publication on his Facebook page, which read: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner. With her music and boundless passion for life, she captivated millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow. Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who he leaves us his greatest work: his music. All our sincere sympathies go out to his family. Tina, you will be sorely missed.” A representative confirmed the news to Reuters, saying that Turner died peacefully at his home in Switzerland. Turner’s representatives did not respond to POPSUGAR’s request for comment. Turner is survived by her husband, Erwin Bach, and her sons Ike Jr. and Michael Turner.