Challenges Faced by Tina Turner: Obstacles and Turning Points
Life is full of challenges, and Tina Turner faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.
Tina Turner, the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," achieved fame as the lead singer of Ike & Tina Turner before launching a highly successful solo career after a difficult marriage and subsequent divorce in 1976. As a singer, songwriter, and actress, she became a global cultural icon. Her powerful vocals, energetic stage presence, and resilience cemented her place as one of the greatest and most influential performers of all time.
1950: Mother Relocated to St. Louis
In 1950, when Anna Mae Bullock was 11 years old, her mother Zelma left to relocate to St. Louis.
1968: Suicide Attempt
In 1968, Tina Turner attempted suicide by overdosing on Valium pills due to her abusive relationship with Ike Turner.
July 1, 1976: Left Ike Turner After Bloody Fight
On July 1, 1976, Tina Turner left Ike Turner after a bloody fight, fleeing with only 36 cents and a Mobil credit card.
1976: Divorce and Band Disbanding
In 1976, Tina Turner's tumultuous marriage to Ike Turner led to a divorce and the disbanding of their duo.
March 29, 1978: Divorce Finalization
On March 29, 1978, Tina Turner's divorce from Ike Turner was finalized, marking the end of their tumultuous personal and professional relationship.
1978: Diagnosis of high blood pressure
In 1978, Tina Turner was diagnosed with high blood pressure, which remained mostly untreated.
1989: Reported Estrangement from Sons
In 1989, despite stating she was still there for her sons, there were reports of Tina Turner's estrangement from her sons in the years before her death.
2013: Stroke after wedding
In 2013, three weeks after her wedding to Erwin Bach, Tina Turner had a stroke and needed to learn to walk again.
2016: Diagnosis of intestinal cancer
In 2016, Tina Turner was diagnosed with intestinal cancer and attempted to treat it with homeopathy, which worsened her condition.
July 2018: Death of Craig Raymond Turner
In July 2018, Tina Turner's son, Craig Raymond Turner, died in an apparent suicide.
2018: Release of memoir and revelation of illnesses
In her 2018 memoir My Love Story, Tina Turner revealed that she had multiple life-threatening illnesses.
December 2022: Death of Ronnie Turner
In December 2022, Tina Turner's son, Ronnie Turner, died from complications of colon cancer.
