Tina Turner, the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” died on Wednesday at 83. A spokesperson confirmed the news, saying Turner died peacefully at her home in Switzerland.
“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model,” the spokesperson said in a statement according to Sky News.
Turner’s representatives also released a Facebook statement expressing their sorrow.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner,” the statement read. “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.”