It’s a time of mourning for Tina Turner, the legendary singer known as the Grandma of Rock. Her son Ronnie Turner lost his battle with cancer, writes “Page Six”.
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Tina Turner’s son, Ronnie Turner, has died at the age of 62 of complications from colon cancer. The autopsy also concluded that the man suffered from atherosclerosis. The singer confirmed the sad news and released a statement on social networks: “Ronnie, you left the world too soon. With sadness, I close my eyes and think of you, my beloved son!”
Ronnie Turner was married to French singer Afida Turner, who also expressed her grief on the ‘Instagram’ platform. Afida points out that now Ronnie will meet her older brother and father in heaven.
Tina Turner’s eldest son Craig committed suicide in July 2018. The singer gave birth to Craig at age 18, her biological father was a saxophonist, but Turner’s husband Ike Turner adopted Craig. Tina, on the other hand, adopted Aika’s two sons, who were brought up just like hers. In 1960, their common son Ronnie was born, who made a career as a bass player.
The singer was a mother of four, but both of her biological children died.
Turner is now 83 years old. Two years ago, he announced he was in the “last chapter of his life” and greeted admirers of his talent, saying he wanted to hide from the spotlight. He also has health problems: Turner is battling cancer and kidney failure, he also had a stroke.
