Tina Turner's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Tina Turner. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Tina Turner, the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll", was a celebrated singer, songwriter, and actress, distinguished by her powerful vocals, distinctive raspy voice, and captivating stage presence. Initially gaining fame as the lead vocalist of the duo Ike & Tina Turner, her career was marked by a difficult marriage that eventually led to a divorce in 1976. Turner then embarked on a hugely successful solo career, solidifying her status as a global icon. Her resilience and talent made her one of the most influential entertainers of all time.
1961: Grammy Nomination for It's Gonna Work Out Fine
In 1961, Ike and Tina Turner's single "It's Gonna Work Out Fine" earned them a Grammy nomination for Best Rock and Roll Performance.
1973: Release of "Nutbush City Limits"
In 1973, Ike & Tina Turner released "Nutbush City Limits", written by Tina Turner. The song achieved significant success, reaching No. 1 in Austria, No. 4 in the UK, and the top 5 in several other countries, earning them the Golden European Record Award for selling over one million copies in Europe.
1974: Release of "Sweet Rhode Island Red" and "Sexy Ida"
In 1974, Ike & Tina Turner released "Sweet Rhode Island Red" and "Sexy Ida" as follow-up hits to "Nutbush City Limits". Also in 1974, they released The Gospel According to Ike & Tina, nominated for a Grammy, and Tina Turner was nominated for Best R&B Vocal Performance, Female for Tina Turns the Country On!. She also filmed the rock opera Tommy in London.
1974: Grammy Nomination and Filming Tommy
In 1974, Ike & Tina Turner's album 'The Gospel According to Ike & Tina' received a Grammy nomination. Additionally, Tina Turner filmed the rock opera 'Tommy' in London, playing the Acid Queen.
November 1983: Release of "Let's Stay Together" Cover
In November 1983, Tina Turner released her cover of Al Green's "Let's Stay Together", produced by B.E.F. The song became a hit in Europe and the US charts.
May 1984: Release of Private Dancer Album and "What's Love Got to Do with It"
In May 1984, Tina Turner released her album Private Dancer which achieved significant success and was certified 5x Platinum. The album's second single, "What's Love Got to Do with It", was also released in May 1984.
September 1, 1984: Number 1 Hit with "What's Love Got to Do with It"
On September 1, 1984, Tina Turner's "What's Love Got to Do with It" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking her first and only No. 1 hit on that chart.
1984: Private Dancer Album Launch
In 1984, Tina Turner launched "one of the greatest comebacks in music history" with her multi-platinum album "Private Dancer". The single "What's Love Got to Do with It" won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and became her only number-one song on the Billboard Hot 100.
1985: Cumulative Concert Sales
From 1985 to 2000 Tina Turner was the first woman to have cumulative concert sales exceeding US$450 million.
1986: Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
In 1986, Tina Turner received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a significant recognition of her contributions to the entertainment industry.
1986: Release of 'Break Every Rule' Album and Autobiography
In 1986, Tina Turner released her sixth solo album, 'Break Every Rule', which achieved significant commercial success. She also published her autobiography, 'I, Tina', which became a bestseller and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
1986: Grammy for Prince's Trust Concert
In 1986, Tina Turner won a Grammy as a performer at the Prince's Trust concert.
1987: Break Every Rule World Tour
In 1987, Tina Turner embarked on the Break Every Rule World Tour, which became the highest-grossing female tour of the 1980s.
January 1988: Record-Breaking Concert in Rio de Janeiro
In January 1988, Tina Turner performed in front of approximately 180,000 people at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, setting a Guinness World Record at the time for the largest paying concert attendance for a solo artist.
April 1988: Release of "Tina Live in Europe" Album
In April 1988, Tina Turner released the "Tina Live in Europe" album, which later won a Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance.
1988: Guinness World Record
In 1988, Tina Turner held a Guinness World Record for the largest paying audience (180,000) for a solo performer.
1989: Release of Foreign Affair Album
In 1989, Tina Turner released the Foreign Affair album, which reached No. 1 in eight countries, including the UK, and sold over six million copies worldwide, featuring the hit single "The Best".
1990: Foreign Affair European Tour
In 1990, Tina Turner embarked on her Foreign Affair European Tour, drawing in nearly four million spectators and breaking the record for a European tour previously set by the Rolling Stones.
October 1991: Release of 'Simply the Best' Compilation Album
In October 1991, Tina Turner released her first greatest hits compilation, 'Simply the Best', which sold seven million copies worldwide and became her biggest seller in the UK.
1991: Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
In 1991, Ike & Tina Turner were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Tina Turner did not attend the ceremony.
1991: Star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame
In 1991, Tina Turner received a star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame, honoring her roots and impact on the city.
1991: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction with Ike Turner
In 1991, Tina Turner was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, along with Ike Turner.
1996: Wildest Dreams Tour
In 1996, Tina Turner continued her success as a live performer with the Wildest Dreams Tour, which became the second highest-grossing female tour of the 1990s.
1997: Wildest Dreams Tour Continued
In 1997, Tina Turner continued her Wildest Dreams Tour, which she started in 1996.
1999: "River Deep – Mountain High" inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame
In 1999, Tina Turner's recording of "River Deep – Mountain High" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
2000: Cumulative Concert Sales
From 1985 to 2000 Tina Turner was the first woman to have cumulative concert sales exceeding US$450 million.
2000: Twenty Four Seven Tour
In 2000, Tina Turner's Twenty Four Seven Tour became the highest-grossing tour of the year in North America.
2003: "Proud Mary" inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame
In 2003, Tina Turner's recording of "Proud Mary" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
December 2005: Kennedy Center Honors
In December 2005, Tina Turner was recognized by the Kennedy Center Honors at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC.
2005: Kennedy Center Honors
In 2005, Tina Turner received the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors. President George W. Bush praised her natural skill, energy, and sensuality, and referred to her legs as "the most famous in show business".
2005: 'All the Best' Album Success
In 2005, Tina Turner's album 'All the Best,' released in November 2004, reached platinum status in the US and seven other countries.
February 2008: Grammy Awards Performance and Win
In February 2008, Tina Turner made a comeback at the Grammy Awards, performing with Beyoncé and winning a Grammy for her feature on River: The Joni Letters.
April 2010: "The Best" Returns to UK Singles Chart
In April 2010, due to an online campaign by fans, Tina Turner's 1989 hit, "The Best", re-entered the UK singles chart, reaching No. 9. This achievement made her the first female artist to have top 40 hits in six consecutive decades in the UK chart history.
2012: "What's Love Got to Do with It" inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame
In 2012, Tina Turner's recording of "What's Love Got to Do with It" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
July 2013: Marriage to Erwin Bach
In July 2013, after a 27-year romantic relationship, Tina Turner married Erwin Bach in a civil ceremony on the banks of Lake Zurich in Küsnacht, Switzerland.
April 7, 2017: Kidney Transplant Surgery
On April 7, 2017, Tina Turner underwent kidney transplantation surgery after her husband, Erwin Bach, donated a kidney.
October 2018: Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and Release of Memoir
In October 2018, Tina Turner received the 2018 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and her second memoir, My Love Story, was released.
2018: Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
In 2018, Tina Turner received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her significant contributions to music.
2020: Collaboration with Kygo on "What's Love Got to Do with It" Remix
In 2020, Tina Turner came out of retirement to collaborate with Kygo on a remix of "What's Love Got to Do with It". With this release, she became the first artist to have a top 40 hit in seven consecutive decades in the UK.
October 2021: Sale of Music Rights and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction
In October 2021, Tina Turner sold her music rights to BMG Rights Management for an estimated $50 million. Later that month, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist.
2021: Solo Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
In 2021, Tina Turner was inducted by Angela Bassett into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist, cementing her status as an icon. Performances included Keith Urban and H.E.R. performing "It's Only Love", Mickey Guyton performing "What's Love Got to Do with It", and Christina Aguilera performing "River Deep – Mountain High".
2021: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Solo Induction
In 2021, Tina Turner was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist.
2023: Tributes at Award Shows
In 2023, following Tina Turner's death, Fantasia and Patti LaBelle paid tribute to her with a rendition of "Proud Mary" at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards and a performance of "The Best" at the 2023 BET Awards.
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