GMA’s Deborah Roberts admits she’s mourning tragic loss ‘hard and deep’ in new live TV appearance

Deborah Roberts appeared on Good Morning America to talk about Tina Turner passing away

GOOD Morning America correspondent Deborah Roberts has admitted on live TV that she is mourning.

Tina Turner passed away on Wednesday, and Deborah was taking the loss “hard and deep.”

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Deborah Roberts appeared on Good Morning America to talk about Tina Turner passing awayCredit: ABC
Deb said that she, along with many others, were taking the loss 'hard and deep'

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Deb said that she, along with many others, were taking the loss ‘hard and deep’Credit: ABC

On Thursday morning, Deborah appeared on GMA to talk about Tina‘s life and legacy.

Robin Roberts first introduced the segment saying that there will “never be anyone like her,” before throwing it over to Deborah.

“You’re right. She was a force and a force that we thought would always be with us,” she said.

“This is a loss that is hard and deep for so many of us.”

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Deborah went on to call her a “powerful legend” and a “potent symbol of strength and survival.”

The GMA contributor then went on to showcase her career and everything she has accomplished, as well as her personal life.

At the end, Deborah and Robin talked about Tina on set as Michael Strahan and George Stephanopoulos listened.

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Tina died at the age of 83 on May 24.

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The Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll had a glittering career that spanned five decades.

She was the lead singer of the St. Louis duo Ike & Tina Turner during the 1960s.

“Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock’n Roll’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland,” her rep confirmed in a statement.

“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model.

“Tina Turner was born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939, in Nutbush, Tennessee, USA. She became famous in the late 60s as the singer of the band Ike & Tina Turner Revue, but later she became successful worldwide as a solo artist,” they continued.

“With her music and her inexhaustible vitality, Tina Turner thrilled millions of fans and inspired many artists of subsequent generations.

“Global hits like ‘What’s Love Got To Do With it’, ‘Private Dancer’ and ‘The Best’, more than 180 million albums sold, 12 Grammy Awards, and over three decades of sold-out stadium tours around the world are just part of her unique legacy.”

The rep added: “There will be a private funeral ceremony attended by close friends and family.”

“Please respect the privacy of her family at this difficult time. Further press inquiries will not be answered.”

Roger Davies, Tina Turner’s manager of 30 years, also paid tribute to the star, saying: “Tina was a unique and remarkable force of nature with her strength, incredible energy and immense talent.”

“From the first day I met her in 1980, she believed in herself completely when few others did at that time.”

“It was a privilege and an honor to have been a close friend as well as her manager for more than 30 years,” Davies continued.

Tina was also active on social media, and her Instagram page, which holds over 954,000 followers, also issued an official post on her passing.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner,” the post read.

“With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow.”

The post continued: “Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music.”

“All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly.”

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Before her tragic death, Tina looked frail and appeared to need assistance walking in her last public photos.

The last time Tina was seen out in public was in November 2019 when she attended Tina – The Tina Turner Musical’s opening night in New York City.

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She was pictured sitting in most photos from the event and had help from her husband, Erwin Bach, and Oprah Winfrey while walking the red carpet.

In March 2021, Tina took to Twitter to share her excitement for her very own documentary looking quite frail while standing in front of a big-screened TV.

Deborah chatted with Robin Roberts, Michael Strahan, and George Stephanopoulos about Tina's life and legacy

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Deborah chatted with Robin Roberts, Michael Strahan, and George Stephanopoulos about Tina’s life and legacyCredit: ABC
During the segment, Deborah called Tina a 'powerful legend' and 'powerful symbol of strength and survival'

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During the segment, Deborah called Tina a ‘powerful legend’ and ‘powerful symbol of strength and survival’Credit: ABC
Tina Turner passed away on May 24 at the age of 83 after a long illness

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Tina Turner passed away on May 24 at the age of 83 after a long illnessCredit: ABC

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