“She left with grace, not silence.” 💔 On May 24, 2023, the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll took her final bow — but her legacy of power, pain, and triumph still echoes worldwide. From childhood trauma to superstardom, her life was anything but ordinary. See rare photos from her journey in the article below 👇
It was on May 24, 2023 that she passed away at the age of 83 leaving the entire world in tears and with empty hearts. Her successful career spanned over 50 years. Her songs became international hits making her a global icon and bringing her countless accolades. The star’s raspy vocal delivery and electrifying performances made her one-of-her-kind earning her the title the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Her talent also went beyond singing and she was an actress and author as well.
Not everyone knows that her early years were marked by challenges and difficulties. The future star was left without her mother when she was just 10. Then, her father followed shortly after. As a result, she was raised by her grandmother. She was already a teen when she reunited with her mother. Her personal life has always been under a microscope too due to some surprising details. She was married to Ike Turner Sr with whom her marital life was far not the happiest one.
The star showcased her kind-heartedness and devotion to having adopted his 2 sons whom he had welcomed with his ex-partner. She had her own sons two. However, she suffered domestic violence and decided to divorce him. She left the family with nothing but 36 cents and Mobil credit card. Fate smiled to her when she achieved even greater fame in the 1980s as a solo artist. Her tracks Simply the Best, Private Dancer and What’s Love Got to Do With It gained recognition.
Sadly enough, she lost both of her sons – one took his life and the other passed away because of cancer. In 2009 she retired from her career and settled in Switzerland with her partner E. Bach whom she married in 2009. Her final years were marked by acceptance and forgiveness.
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