- The world mourns the loss of Tina Turner, a true icon in the music industry.
- Known for her groundbreaking achievements, she made history as an African-American woman rock-and-roll artist in the ’60s and ’70s before becoming a pop sensation in the ’80s.
- Born as Anna Mae Bullock in Nutbush, Tennessee, on November 26, 1939, Tina Turner’s musical journey began when she joined Ike Turner’s band.
- The duo achieved great success with hit songs like “River Deep, Mountain High” and a cover of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Proud Mary.”
- Unfortunately, Tina’s marriage to Ike was plagued by abuse and infidelity, leading her to break free from their professional and personal collaboration in 1976.
Tags:
Personalities
