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LONDON. – The stars of the entertainment world, including Mick Jagger, Bryan Adams, Rosario Dawson, Paloma Faith and Naomi Campbell have been paying tribute to iconic singer Tina Turner.
Here is how the tributes unfolded:
l Gasps And Tears At West End
The stars of the West End stage show Tina: The Tina Turner Musical broke news of its namesake’s death during an emotional interval speech on Wednesday.
According to audience accounts, the auditorium at London’s Aldwych Theatre was filled with “gasps” when the stars came out and broke the news to the crowd during a performance on Wednesday night.
Lead actor Zurin Villanueva was reportedly seen crying as she helped deliver the news to fans, before the show resumed for its second half.
l Beyonce
“My beloved queen, I love you endlessly,” Beyonce wrote in a message on her official website. “I’m so grateful for your inspiration, and all the ways you have paved the way.
“You are strength and resilience. You are the epitome of power and passion. We are all so fortunate to have witnessed your kindness and beautiful spirit that will forever remain.
“Thank you for all you have done.”
l Dionne Warwick
“Another long-time friend has made her transition,” she wrote on Twitter. “Not only will I miss that eternal ball of energy named Tina Turner but the entire world will also find this void in their lives.
“My condolences to her husband and other members of her family. Rest in Peace my friend!”
l Christina Aguilera
“I am deeply saddened by the loss of Tina Turner,” she wrote on Twitter. “Her powerful voice and strength will forever be etched in our hearts and memories.
“She paved the way for so many of us in the music industry and her legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.” – aol.
