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Tina Turner Remembered: 'A fabulous iconic star'

25 May - 23 mins
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Tina Turner - one of rock's great vocalists and most charismatic performers - has died aged 83, her spokesperson has confirmed.

In a statement, they 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 Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.

Andrea was joined by listeners to hear their memories of the legendary singer…

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