Legendary singer Tina Turner dies at 83

American-born Swiss singer, songwriter, dancer and actress Tina Turner reacts on stage after the German premiere of the musical "Tina - Das Tina Turner Musical" in the Operettenhaus in Hamburg on March 3, 2019. (Photo by Georg Wendt / dpa / AFP) / Germany OUT (Photo by GEORG WENDT/dpa/AFP via Getty Images)

Legendary singer Tina Turner, known for her sultry voice and a string of Platinum hits, has died at age 83.

The news was confirmed on Turner’s official Facebook page.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner,” the statement said on Facebook. “With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow. Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music. All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly.”