Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll Tina Turner died on May 24th at the age of 83. Fellow musicians and fans alike took to social media for an outpouring of tribute posts, mourning the once-in-a-lifetime performer.
Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan described Turner as “legendary,” while former tourmate Bryan Adams shared his condolences along with a photo of the two together: “I’ll be forever grateful for the time we spent together on tour, in the studio and as friends,” Adams wrote. “Thank you for being the inspiration to millions of people around the world for speaking your truth and giving us the gift of your voice. It’s Only Love and that’s all.”
See more celebrity reactions to Tina Turner’s death below.
RIP @tinaturner The world just lost one hell of a powerhouse woman. I’ll be forever grateful for the time we spent together on tour, in the studio and as friends. Thank you for being the inspiration to millions of people around the world for speaking your truth and giving us the… pic.twitter.com/Lfat1OiBj3
— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) May 24, 2023
RIP to the legendary Tina Turner pic.twitter.com/Pgh2pXbVn3
— William Patrick Corgan (@Billy) May 24, 2023
My darling Tina Turner. I’ve been loving you so long. So much to thank you for. Love you eternally. Can’t believe this awful news. Can’t believe you are gone. Sx
— Garbage (@garbage) May 24, 2023
Heaven has gained an angel.
Rest in Paradise Tina Turner.
Thank you for the inspiration you gave us all. pic.twitter.com/JMxa9kBsmF— Ciara (@ciara) May 24, 2023
RIP Tina. She was my moms hero, she was the ultimate superhero to me too. 🙏🏾
— The Chosen One (@KiDCuDi) May 24, 2023
I’m not gone lie, Tina turner passing touches my heart!
Ever since her biopic I felt I knew her. Such a strong woman with a story that taught & inspired so many♥️— J🫖🪄 (@ThegirlJT) May 24, 2023
Sad to hear of Tina Turner passing. I saw her on her first major tour, supporting The Rolling Stones at Birmingham Odeon on 1966 & became an instant fan. RIP pic.twitter.com/ijZJRtwZmN
— Geezer Butler (@geezerbutler) May 24, 2023
A Survivor and a Badass. Every note she sang shook the room and shook your soul. There will never be another like her. Shake the roof off of Heaven Tina Turner🎤🔥💔
— Diane Warren (@Diane_Warren) May 24, 2023
Beloved Tina…Simply The Best…⭐️🙏⭐️🙏⭐️🙏⭐️🙏⭐️
Loving thoughts to Erwin, her family, Friends & fans…A Very Beautiful & Gifted Soul…Loved Her Dearly…😢😢😢😢😢 https://t.co/UYvlyeNPSW— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) May 24, 2023
tina turner was proof that you should always keep going. never give up. the real fucking deal. bless her 💔🌹
— Bethany Cosentino (@BethanyCoast) May 24, 2023
My condolences to the Turner family rest in peace Tina Turner you will be missed pic.twitter.com/3vi2fWtF1k
— Grandmaster Flash (@DJFlash4eva) May 24, 2023
The magnificent Tina Turner has left us. 💔 pic.twitter.com/0FW16o4kZC
— Mia Farrow 🏳️🌈 🌻🇺🇸☘️ (@MiaFarrow) May 24, 2023
Legends never die. They live on in our collective psyche forever. Thank you for enriching our lives, Tina. Rest in power… #tinaturner 1939-2023 pic.twitter.com/ODXWr0JlrP
— Cary Elwes (@Cary_Elwes) May 24, 2023
And now, I am too. 😔
Some people just feel immortal. Or at least you pray they are. 💔#RIPTinaTurner https://t.co/KA8wlnBgLr
— yvette nicole brown (@YNB) May 24, 2023
A true legend has passed. Tina Turner has died at the age of 83. She was our River Deep and our Mountain High, the Private Dancer in our hearts. She showed us that love really does has everything to do with it, and that we really did need another hero. And she was it. Rest now,…
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) May 24, 2023
TTTTIIIINNNAAAA😭🫡🩷🩷🩷 https://t.co/KDBvBKCXbz
— SARAH SQUIRM (@SarahSquirm) May 24, 2023
An icon.
A trailblazer.
An inspiration to so many.
The Queen of Rock n Roll.Rest in Peace, Tina Turner. pic.twitter.com/Rk8AFZkKCA
— Charles Booker (@Booker4KY) May 24, 2023
TINA TURNER I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART. THE SONG THE BEST IS TRUE FOR YOU. GOD BLESS YOU FOREVER I LOVE YOU pic.twitter.com/jNptclnbry
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) May 24, 2023
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 hands down, she gave one of the best live shows I’ve ever seen. She always gave you your moneys worth. pic.twitter.com/VqlTjy1LUR
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) May 24, 2023
Love live the Queen! RIP Tina Turner pic.twitter.com/D6fGA6UccQ
— Wendell Pierce (@WendellPierce) May 24, 2023
Simply the best. Music legend Tina Turner sparkled across the stage and into millions of hearts as the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Her legacy will forever live among the stars. pic.twitter.com/W0OGq61vwT
— NASA (@NASA) May 24, 2023