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In her adoptive country, Tina Turner was more than just a swivel-hipped rock, R&B and pop superstar. She unapologetically moved to Switzerland for its discretion and calm, carrying her very public persona into a very private country. She relished her life as a Swiss citizen — and the feeling was mutual.
Born Anna-Mae Bullock in 1939 in Brownsville, Tennessee, to Zelma and Floyd Bullock, Tina Turner overcame a turbulent childhood and abusive marriage to become a musical sensation and legendary performer.
The Rolling Stones frontman, 79, had been close with Tina for decades and the pair often collaborated for performances.
Beyoncé, Barack Obama, Usher, and more tribute Tina Turner, who died on Wednesday, May 24.
The Tennessee native paved the wave for women in music through her electrifying lyricism, dazzling costumes, and soulful voice.