Tina Turner, 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939, rose from a challenging 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥hood in Nutbush, Tennessee, to become a legendary figure in music, often referred to as the “Queen of Rock and Roll.”
Turner endured 17 years of abuse from her former husband, Ike Turner, who renamed her and sought to control her career.
In her memoir, “My Love Story,” Turner detailed the harrowing experiences of her marriage, including physical abuse and a suicide attempt, which she later interpreted as a sign to continue living.
Tina Turner experienced significant health challenges, including high blood pressure, kidney failure, and intestinal cancer, ultimately receiving a kidney transplant from her husband, Erwin Bach.
Turner lost her son, Craig Turner, to suicide in 2018, a tragedy that deeply affected her despite his seemingly happy life.
After leaving Ike Turner in 1976, Tina Turner achieved a remarkable solo career, highlighted by her 1984 album “Private Dancer,” which won multiple Grammy Awards and solidified her status as a music icon.
Tina Turner retired from her singing career in 2009, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and empowerment, inspiring countless individuals, particularly women, to overcome adversity.