- Ike Turner Jr., the Grammy-winning son of music legends Ike and Tina Turner, has tragically died at the age of 67.
- His death, reportedly from kidney failure, occurred just one day after his birthday and followed a recent stroke and severe heart issues.
- The news comes just over a year after the passing of his adoptive mother, Tina Turner, and follows his own recent legal troubles.
- Family members, including his cousin and sister-in-law, have confirmed the news and are asking for privacy.
Another Tragedy Strikes the Turner Family
Ike Turner Jr., the son of iconic musicians Ike and Tina Turner, has passed away at 67. The news was confirmed by his cousin, Jacqueline Bullock, who shared a statement with the New York Post. While an official cause has not been released, TMZ reports that Turner Jr. died from kidney failure. His passing tragically occurred just one day after his 67th birthday.
A Life Marked by Music and Turmoil
Born in 1958 to Ike Turner Sr. and Lorraine Taylor, Ike Jr. was later adopted by Tina Turner. He grew up immersed in the music world, eventually working as a sound engineer for his mother for a brief period after his parents’ turbulent separation. His most notable musical achievement came in 2006 when he produced his father’s album “Risin’ With the Blues,” which earned both men a Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album.
However, his life was not without struggle. According to reports, he had been battling “severe heart issues” and suffered a stroke in early September. In 2023, just weeks before his mother’s death, he was arrested and charged with crack cocaine possession and tampering with evidence.
Family Mourns the Loss
His sister-in-law, Afida Turner, posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, remembering him as an “amazing brother in law.”
In her statement, cousin Jacqueline Bullock said, “Junior’ was more than a cousin to me, but rather a brother, as we grew up in the same famed household together. We, as a family, appreciate the outpouring of condolences and request privacy at this time.”
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