Tina Turner dies after 'long illness' at 83, spokesperson says

Singer Tina Turner died Wednesday at her home at the age of 83 after a "long illness," her spokesperson 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 Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland," her spokesperson said, according to Sky News. "With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model."

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