The actor Angela Bassett, who gained notoriety for portraying Tina Turner in a 1993 biopic, talked about her close friendship with the legendary performer and her passing.
Throughout her journey since 1993, Bassett acknowledged that she had managed to retain some of Tina Turner’s spirit. Turner, a well-known artist who first rose to fame in the 1960s, allegedly passed away on May 24 at the age of 83 in her Swiss home.
In addition to garnering favorable reviews, Bassett’s portrayal of Turner in the film “What’s Love Got to Do With It” earned her a nomination for an Academy Award. Bassett emphasized the difficulty of saying goodbye to someone with Turner’s level of influence in a statement made available by her agent.
Bassett pondered, “How can we really say goodbye to a woman who fearlessly embraced her pain and used it to drive positive change?”.
Because of her courage in telling her story, her unwavering commitment to staying true to who she was, and her determination to carve a niche for herself and other rock and roll enthusiasts, Tina Turner became a source of inspiration.
Turner’s influence went beyond her musical ability; she showed those who lived in fear what a future filled with love, compassion, and freedom might look like.
Bassett also shared the final words Turner had exchanged with her. You never imitated me, Turner said. Instead, you looked deep within yourself until you found your inner Tina and introduced her to the world. Bassett’s heart will always bear the imprint of these extraordinarily profound words.
Turner admitted having initial reservations about the Bassett-starring biopic and doubting whether anyone could match her singing and dancing abilities. But when Turner saw Bassett perform, he recognized her talent right away and exclaimed, “She’s perfect. “.
Bassett encouraged people to find their own “inner Tina” in her statement, citing Turner’s remarkable journey as inspiration.
She made a point of stating that even though the world was in mourning over the loss of Turner’s iconic voice and presence, her legacy would endure because she had given the world more than anyone could have ever imagined. Bassett lauded Turner in his final remarks, calling her a “queen” with timeless music and a soul that would endure. Turner was an unquestionable gift, he said.
May the angels take Tina Turner as we say our goodbyes to a place of eternal rest where they can embrace the best aspects of her.
