Gina Heslop
Tina Turner, born Anna Mae Bullock, is one of the world’s best-selling recording artists with a career spanning over five decades. Despite her success, her life has been filled with significant challenges. She was born in a small town and her parents divorced when she was young, leaving her and her sister to be raised by their grandmother. At 19, Tina moved in with her mother, and it was around this time that her musical talent was discovered.
Tina’s rise to fame began when she started performing with her first husband, Ike Turner. Their energetic performances and Tina’s powerful voice quickly brought them to the top of the music charts. However, her marriage to Ike was abusive, and after years of suffering, Tina left him and began a successful solo career. Her songs like “Private Dancer,” “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” and “Proud Mary” became timeless hits.
In recent years, Tina faced a series of health challenges. In 2013, she had a stroke that left her struggling to use her right hand and temporarily unable to speak. Just as she was recovering, she was diagnosed with intestinal cancer and later suffered from kidney failure. In her book, “Tina Turner: My Love Story,” she shared these personal battles and her thoughts about mortality.
During her health crisis, Tina underwent a kidney transplant. Her second husband, Erwin Bach, made a significant sacrifice by donating one of his kidneys to her. Tina expressed her deep gratitude and noted how this act of love brought them even closer. She reflected on how good had come out of bad and joy out of pain, stating that she had never been happier than she was at that moment.
Tina and Erwin’s love story is particularly poignant. After her traumatic first marriage, Tina didn’t believe in love anymore. But meeting Erwin, a music executive for EMI, changed that. She recalled their first meeting, where she was immediately drawn to him. Over time, their bond grew stronger, and despite her initial hesitation due to past experiences, they eventually married. Their wedding was a grand affair at their estate in Switzerland, with Tina wearing a stunning Giorgio Armani dress.
Erwin’s support during Tina’s health struggles was unwavering. When she was diagnosed with kidney cancer, he not only stood by her side but also offered his kidney to save her life. His love and dedication deeply moved Tina, and she shared this in her book and interviews.
Despite her health issues, Tina remains positive and grateful for her second chance at life. She has shared updates with her fans, reassuring them that she feels good and looks great.
In a recent documentary titled “Tina,” she spoke about her life and the PTSD she suffers from due to her abusive first marriage. Tina expressed her desire to spend the third and final chapter of her life out of the spotlight, a sentiment her fans respected as a farewell.
As Tina Turner enters this new phase of her life, we wish her all the best and hope she continues to enjoy health and happiness.
