Tina Turner - one of rock's great vocalists and most charismatic performers - has died aged 83, her spokesperson has confirmed, APA reports citing Sky News.
In a statement, they said: "Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock'n Roll' has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.
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"With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model."
The US-born star was one of the best-loved female rock singers, known for her on-stage presence and a string of hits including The Best, Proud Mary, Private Dancer and What's Love Got to Do With It.
She first found fame in the 1960s alongside ex-husband Ike Turner, with the classic song River Deep, Mountain High among their repertoire.
The domestic abuse Ike subjected his wife to was documented in a 1993 Hollywood biopic starring Angela Bassett, which won three Oscars.
Her life story was also immortalised in a popular West End show that is still running.
Source: Azeri-Press News Agency