She's one of my all-time favorites. Like Aretha before her, her physical self might not be around, but she'll live forever.

of pain as possible.

She was magnificent!

She was brilliant. I love her. And I'm a bit heartbroken to hear this. But, she did live a long life free of her abuser and able to thrive - despite her challenges. I think we're all blessed by that!

Not together, that would have been weird. But great shows nonetheless. I also saw Simon & Garfunkel in Frankfurt in 82.

Sad about Tina though. She’s had a rough time.

In South Bend Indiana that year.
It was great.
Edit: I forgot to mention that she lives here in Switzerland and renounced her US citizenship recently. She hasn’t lived in the states in decades. Her partner is Swiss.

My Dad LOVES her, so we took him for his birthday. Even though I was 13, I still enjoyed it. He still talks about it! They are the same age.

Oh, I’m sad to hear of so many struggles. I hope she is getting proper help for the C-PTSD.

DECADES.

A lifetime. I’ve spent half my life in and out of therapy for horrific childhood abuses and the PTSD that resulted. Some things never go away. They just become manageable.

The ghosts of childhood are always with us, but as we care for ourselves and our own well-being, we grow stronger. Those voices that tell us we’re not worthy become weaker and more manageable.

Big hug!

it is that medical professionals will look at PTSD, and mental health in general, in a whole new light when this is over. There is nothing worse than people who should know better that don't. People basically do not accept something is real if they have not experienced it. I was in nursing school in basic psychology when I read "feral children have deficits they never outgrow." My response was "what? who? Me?" I was orphaned at 4, suffered pervasive abuse, the only one of four to really outlive it, and I only have one surviving sibling, if you could call the life she endured "living." And if there is any upside to the tRump years, it has taught us that there are a lot of dangerous damaged people walking around untreated, and it spreads exponentially. So sorry for your pain Sophiegirl, manageable is the best we can do sometimes.

Just had a big C-PTSD relapse recently. NOT fun.
Have you seen the book, ”C-PTSD, From Surviving to Thriving”? I recommend it highly!

But I will look into. Thanks for the recommendation.

Our personal histories stay with us. I'm sorry for what you endured and wish a continued better life ahead.

I'm very sorry to read this.

I saw Tina's Private Dancer tour on SCs campus at the Carolina Coliseum. It was the most electrifying concert I have ever seen!

My friend's band opened the show. Everyone was blown away by her energy and talent.

Her tremendous strength in overcoming trauma and her generosity in sharing the gift of her music with the world, makes her one of my heroes. I’m glad she found happiness in this life and wish her continued strength in facing the latest challenges with her health.

So glad she found happiness

... as a fellow survivor, she's always been a hero of mine. It will be a truly sorrowful day for me.

Thanks for posting this... I'm looking forward to seeing this love-letter to her fans.

all she had was her purse and she was deeply in debt for walking away from the tour they were on. She is phenominal. She has given so much. I am so glad she got to live out her life in peace and joy.

She endured and persisted....broke away from a heinous captor, and is an inspiration to other women, and men, in such an abusive relationship.

I confess to being abusive to my wife emotionally....very probably due to my infantry tour in Vietnam. There was no such recognition of PTSD back then. But my point would be if he, or she, ever purposefully harmed you physically....that should be "immediate walking papers". Might break both your hearts in the short run, but it could be years of pain and misery if you stay. I think Tina would probably agree.

Great Lady..😘

Her music has brought me happiness for as long as I can remember.

So sad to know that the band in Rock and Roll Heaven will have another member.

But you know its a hell of band!

Tina Turner - We Don't Need Another Hero 2009

Almost 70

Not bad for an old lady voice, eh?

still got the gams, too.

Then they jack her up in the air on a tiny platform, wearing high heels, to meet Tarzan's big brother.

I was so glad the gladiator guy was there to grab her in an emergency.

Thanks for posting that. I've never seen it before. She has such a distinctive voice. I heard an interview she gave to Oprah about a year or so ago and she has an amazing outlook on life.

She overcame horrible domestic violence and rose to the top. Simply the best.

First thing she said as we were setting up was a compliment about something I was wearing. I don’t know if that was a little “trick” to build rapport with whoever she was working with at that moment, but it sure was smart. Suddenly we were, at least temporarily, girlfriends. Gossiping about fashion accessories. It was a magic touch! She had me immediately. Such a teensy little moment! Already liked and admired her, but that really clinched it.

She was utterly charming throughout, had a really regal air about her, yet approachable as could be. With good skin as well as great legs and muscle tone. I liked her even more by the end of it. Always hoped interviews would go that well. And sometimes they actually did!

to hear. I hope that the remaining time of her life is happy and fulfilling. 🙏

performer with so much sexual energy. She was amazing.

nothing but love, good thoughts, and prayers going her way . . .

and kudos for a life well lived -- despite stuff that would have crushed a lesser person . . .

and a million thanks for some great, great music . . .

Love ya, Tina . . . God speed . . .

Tina Turner is the embodiment of what a fine woman, person and performer should be. Such a talent and a true living legend. Live in peace and thank you for so many wonderful performances

I remember leaning on the stage in Charlotte, NC as she was reaching out and touching the fans during " Try a Little Tenderness".

the hardest working ones in rock & roll.

I dreamed of her saying to me; "come here white boy, come to mama".

She was a powerhouse in more ways than one, and now she's summoning what's left of it to exit as gracefully as she can. What an icon.

did not balance the bad."

so profoundly sad........it took my breath away.