The world said goodbye to one of the great vocalists in popular music this week with the passing of Tina Turner, aged 83.
For many of us, the singer was known for her mega-hits in the 1980s which culminated in The Best, one of the most recognisable pop songs ever recorded.
But, having been born in 1939, Tina Turner proved herself as a singing great in the 1960s with songs such as River Deep - Mountain High and Proud Mary, as a double act with husband Ike.
The partnership was successful musically, but Ike was abusive and in the late 1970s Tina freed herself and remade herself. She became known for her formidable vocals, performance and presence.
A statement on Tina Turner’s Instagram page reads: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner. With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow. 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.”
5. 1995
Prince Charles attended a screening of the James Bond film Goldeneye. The filmed starred Pierce Brosnan and Tina Turner provided the theme song. (Photo by Shawn BALDWIN / POOL / AFP via Getty Images) | POOL/AFP via Getty Images
6. 2018
The opening night of Tina, the Tina Turner musical, at Aldwych Theatre on April 17, 2018. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images) | Getty Images
7. 2007
Tina Turner performs at The Bedrock Ball at the Natural History Museum to launch the new, national children’s charity Caudwell Children on May 18, 2007. (Photo by Getty Images) | Getty Images
8. 1978
Tina Turner in furs, arriving at Heathrow. (Photo by Frank Tewkesbury/Evening Standard/Getty Images) | Getty Images