Tina Turner's cause of death has been revealed after she sadly died at her home in Switzerland on Wednesday.
The legendary singer passed away aged 83 following an incredible career that saw her sell over 150 million albums worldwide.
The heartbreaking news was confirmed by her publicist, and her official Instagram account wrote: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner. 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."
As per Sky News, a statement by her representative read: "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 Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland. With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model."
Tina had previously battled intestinal cancer and had suffered from high blood pressure for the last four years.
Her representatives spoke to the Daily Mail, where they confirmed that the iconic singer's cause of death was down to natural causes.
During her cancer battle, her husband Erwin Bach donated one of his kidneys after Tina tried homeopathic remedies which led to total kidney failure.
As reported by the Daily Mail, Tina noted in her memoirs that during that period of her life when she was fighting the disease, she considered assisted suicide before her husband stepped in to give her a second chance at life.
During her final interview, Tina made it clear how she wanted to be remembered. "As the Queen of Rock’n’Roll," she said. "As a woman who showed other women that it is OK to strive for success on their own terms."
Tina's career began with her ex-husband Ike Turner, as the pair released hits such as 'River Deep, Mountain High', but it soon became evident that during this time, she was being subjected to emotional and physical abuse.
Splitting from Ike in 1978, Tina was left to forge a solo career, which she did very successfully releasing widely loved songs like 'What's Love Got To Do With It' and 'The Best'.
Tina retired from live performances in 2009 following a 50th-anniversary tour where she played 37 sold-out shows across the US which gained her nearly $50 million.
Stars have flocked to pay their respects to the late singer, and leading the tributes was Rolling Stones legend Mick Jagger - who toured with Turner during her career.
He wrote: "I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer. She was inspiring, warm, funny, and generous. She helped me so much when I was young and I will never forget her."
Our thoughts remain with Tina's family, friends, and fans at this time.
