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May 26, 2023, 1:49 PM

'What's love got to do with it?' Inside Tina Turner's love story with husband Erwin Bach

The late Tina Turner was married twice. "Good Morning America" takes a look at the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll" and her love story.
May 26, 2023, 1:49 PM
Inside Tina Turner’s love story with 2nd husband
May 25, 2023, 3:43 PM

Celebrating Tina Turner’s life and legacy

ABC News’ Deb Roberts looks back at the music legend’s illustrious career and personal life after she died at 83.
May 25, 2023, 3:43 PM
Celebrating Tina Turner’s life and legacy
May 25, 2023, 2:41 PM

Tina Turner, iconic singer, actor dies at 83

The legendary singer captivated audiences around the world with her sultry voice, her on stage confidence and strong connection with her fans.
May 25, 2023, 2:41 PM
Tina Turner, iconic singer, actor dies at 83
May 25, 2023, 2:16 AM

Mike Muse on Tina Turner's legacy: 'She is rock and roll'

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with ABC News contributor and SiriusXM host Mike Muse about Tina Turner's death and the legacy she leaves behind.
May 25, 2023, 2:16 AM
Mike Muse on Tina Turner's legacy: 'She is rock and roll'
May 25, 2023, 2:14 AM

By the Numbers: Remembering Tina Turner

A look at the numbers behind the life and legacy of music legend Tina Turner, who died at the age of 83.
May 25, 2023, 2:14 AM
By the Numbers: Remembering Tina Turner
May 25, 2023, 2:14 AM

Former Grammys' executive producer remembers Tina Turner

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with Ken Ehrlich about his friendship with music icon Tina Turner and what it was like to collaborate with the legend behind-the-scenes.
May 25, 2023, 2:14 AM
Former Grammys' executive producer remembers Tina Turner
May 25, 2023, 1:24 AM

Legendary singer Tina Turner dies at 83

Turner, who became one of her era's most enduring female artists, with smash hits like "What's Love Got to Do With It?", died Wednesday.
May 25, 2023, 1:24 AM
Legendary singer Tina Turner dies at 83
May 24, 2023, 11:51 PM

Tina Turner in her own words

The legendary singer spoke about how she wanted her legacy to be remembered.
May 24, 2023, 11:51 PM
Tina Turner in her own words
May 24, 2023, 11:20 PM

Legendary singer Tina Turner dies at 83

Singer Tina Turner, known for her sultry voice, has died. She was 83.
May 24, 2023, 11:20 PM
Legendary singer Tina Turner dies at 83
May 24, 2023, 7:51 PM

Music icon Tina Turner dies at 83

In a statement, reps said, "Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock'n Roll' has died peacefully today after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht, Switzerland."
May 24, 2023, 7:51 PM
Music icon Tina Turner dies at 83
May 24, 2023, 4:31 PM

Kenneth Anger, influential avant-garde filmmaker and author, dies at 96

Kenneth Anger, the shocking and influential avant-garde artist who defied sexual and religious taboos in such short films as “Scorpio Rising” and “Fireworks” and dished the most lurid movie star gossip in his underground bestseller “Hollywood Babylon,”...
May 24, 2023, 4:31 PM
May 23, 2023, 11:50 AM

Ray Stevenson, of 'Rome' and 'Thor' movies, dies at 58

Ray Stevenson, who played the villainous British governor in “RRR,” an Asgardian warrior in the “Thor” films, and a member of the 13th Legion in HBO’s “Rome,” has died
May 23, 2023, 11:50 AM
May 23, 2023, 12:42 AM

Boston Marathon icon Rick Hoyt dies at 61

Rick Hoyt, a wheelchair user with cerebral palsy, and his father completed the Boston Marathon 32 times together.
May 23, 2023, 12:42 AM
Boston Marathon icon Rick Hoyt dies at 61
May 23, 2023, 12:42 AM

Actor Ray Stevenson dies at 58

Former co-stars and crew members are remembering him as brilliant, gracious and larger than life.
May 23, 2023, 12:42 AM
 Actor Ray Stevenson dies at 58
May 22, 2023, 6:59 PM

Ray Stevenson, star of 'RRR' and 'Star Wars: Ahsoka,' dies at 58

Actor Ray Stevenson of "RRR," the "Divergent" films and the upcoming "Star Wars: Ahsoka," has died.
May 22, 2023, 6:59 PM
Ray Stevenson, star of 'RRR' and 'Star Wars: Ahsoka,' dies at 58
May 20, 2023, 2:32 AM

Andy Rourke, bass player in The Smiths, dies at 59

Rourke was lost his battle with pancreatic cancer, according to his former bandmate.
May 20, 2023, 2:32 AM
Andy Rourke, bass player in The Smiths, dies at 59
May 18, 2023, 4:12 PM

Sam Zell, billionaire real estate investor, dies

Sam Zell, a Chicago real estate magnate who earned a multibillion-dollar fortune and a reputation as “the grave dancer” for his ability to revive moribund properties has died due to complications from a recent illness
May 18, 2023, 4:12 PM
May 12, 2023, 1:47 AM

Mommy blogger Heather Armstrong, known as Dooce to fans, dead at 47

The pioneering mommy blogger Heather Armstrong, known as Dooce to fans, has died at home in Salt Lake City
May 12, 2023, 1:47 AM
May 11, 2023, 12:50 PM

Heather Armstrong, mommy blogger known for her website 'Dooce,' dies by suicide at 47

Heather Armstrong was one of the first bloggers to document motherhood with her website Dooce.com.
May 11, 2023, 12:50 PM
Mommy blogger known as 'Dooce' dies by suicide at 47
May 9, 2023, 8:47 PM

Rita Lee, Brazil's long-reigning Queen of Rock, dies at 75

Rita Lee Jones, Brazil’s million-selling “Queen of Rock” who gained an international following through her colorful and candid style and such hits as “Ovelha Negra,” “Mania de Você” and “Now Only Missing You,” has died at 75
May 9, 2023, 8:47 PM
May 7, 2023, 3:47 AM

Newton Minow, ex-FCC chief who dubbed TV 'wasteland,' dies

Former Federal Communications Commission head Newton Minow, who famously described network TV as a “vast wasteland,” has died
May 7, 2023, 3:47 AM
Ex-FCC chief, public TV advocate Newton Minow dead at 97
1 month ago

Canadian singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot dies at 84

Known for "If You Could Read My Mind" and "Sundown," Lightfoot penned more than 400 songs over the course of his career.
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Canadian singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot dies at 84
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Remembering Jerry Springer

A look back at the life and legacy of the controversial talk show host.
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Remembering Jerry Springer
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Carolyn Bryant Donham, Emmett Till accuser, dies at 88

Donham accused Till of making improper advances at her leading to his lynching in Mississippi in 1955
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Carolyn Bryant Donham, Emmett Till accuser, dies at 88
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Talk show host Jerry Springer dies at 79

Jerry Springer, best known for his controversial talk show, “The Jerry Springer Show,” died at his home in Chicago on Thursday, according to a family spokesperson.
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Talk show host Jerry Springer dies at 79
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TV icon Jerry Springer dies at 79

Springer is best known for his controversial "Jerry Springer" talk show, which ran in syndication for 27 years from 1991 to 2018
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TV icon Jerry Springer dies at 79
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Jerry Springer, talk show icon, dies at 79

The longtime talk show host died in his Chicago home, according to family.
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Jerry Springer, talk show icon, dies at 79
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Stew Leonard Sr., founder of a regional grocer, dies at 93

Stew Leonard Sr., who founded more than 50 years ago a dairy store that became a regional grocery powerhouse under his name, died Wednesday at a New York hospital after a brief illness
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Jerry Springer, longtime talk show host, dies at 79

Jerry Springer, the longtime talk show host, has died at age 79, according to The Associated Press.
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Jerry Springer, longtime talk show host, dies at 79
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Remembering the life and legacy of Harry Belafonte

The actor, activist and singer who popularized the Calypso musical style with his famous song "Day-O" died at the age of 96.
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Remembering the life and legacy of Harry Belafonte
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How Harry Belafonte broke barriers both on and off screen

The iconic singer, actor and civil rights giant, who died Tuesday at 96, had said he considered himself an activist who happened to be an artist.
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How Harry Belafonte broke barriers both on and off screen
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Remembering the life and legacy of Harry Belafonte

Aside from being an EGOT winning, music and acting icon, Harry Belafonte played a major role in civil rights movements throughout his life.
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Remembering the life and legacy of Harry Belafonte
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Harry Belafonte dies at 96

The famed singer used his stardom to draw attention to civil rights issues and injustices all over the world.
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Harry Belafonte dies at 96
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Harry Belafonte dies at 96

The “Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)” singer, actor and civil rights activist died of congestive heart failure at his home in New York City on Tuesday.
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Harry Belafonte dies at 96
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World mourns death of entertainer Harry Belafonte: 'He was truly a force'

ABC News contributor and “Life Out Loud” host LZ Granderson reflects on the life and legacy of civil rights activist and EGOT-winning entertainer Harry Belafonte, who died at age 96.
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World mourns death of entertainer Harry Belafonte: 'He was truly a force'
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Ginnie Newhart, wife of comedy legend Bob Newhart, dies

Ginnie Newhart, who was married to comedy legend Bob Newhart for six decades and inspired the classic ending of his “Newhart” series, has died
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Dame Edna creator Barry Humphries dies in Sydney at 89

Tony Award-winning comedian Barry Humphries, internationally renowned for his garish stage persona Dame Edna Everage, a condescending snob whose evolving character has delighted audiences over seven decades, has died
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Otis Redding III, who followed father into music, dies at 59

Singer and guitarist Otis Redding III has died at age 59
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Aaron Carter drowned, autopsy report reveals

Aaron Carter's cause of death has been ruled a drowning, according to a report from the Los Angeles County Coroner.
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Aaron Carter drowned, autopsy report reveals
2 months ago

Guitarist Mark Sheehan of Irish band The Script dies at 46

Ireland’s president has led tributes to Mark Sheehan of Irish rock band The Script after the guitarist's death at age 46
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ABBA guitarist Lasse Wellander dies at 70

The pop band's long-serving guitarist died after a cancer battle.
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ABBA guitarist Lasse Wellander dies at 70
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Paul Cattermole of UK pop group S Club 7 dies at 46

Paul Cattermole, a member of early-2000s British pop group S Club 7, has died at the age of 46
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Gordon Moore, co-founder and former chairman of Intel, dies at 94

Gordon Moore, the co-founder and former chairman of tech giant Intel, died Friday at the age of 94, the company and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation announced.
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Gordon Moore, co-founder and former chairman of Intel, dies at 94
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Lance Reddick, star of 'The Wire' and 'John Wick,' dead at 60

Lance Reddick, and actor best known for "The Wire" and the "John Wick" franchise, died March 17 at 60.
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Lance Reddick, star of 'The Wire' and 'John Wick,' dead at 60
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Lance Reddick, 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' star dead at 60

Lance Reddick, who has starred in several TV shows and movies including "The Wire" died Friday at the age of 60, from natural causes, according to his representatives.
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Lance Reddick, 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' star dead at 60
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'What You Won't Do for Love' singer Bobby Caldwell dies

R&B singer Bobby Caldwell, who had a major hit in 1978 with “What You Won’t Do for Love," has died
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'Baretta' actor Robert Blake dies at 89, niece says

Actor Robert Blake has died at 89 from heart disease, his niece confirmed.
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'Baretta' actor Robert Blake dies at 89, niece says
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Actor Tom Sizemore, star of 'Saving Private Ryan,' dies at 61

Tom Sizemore, an actor best known for his roles in "Saving Private Ryan," "Black Hawk Down" and more, has died at age 61.
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Actor Tom Sizemore, star of 'Saving Private Ryan,' dies at 61
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Tom Sizemore dead at 61

Actor Tom Sizemore passed away after suffering a brain aneurysm.
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Tom Sizemore dead at 61
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Kellie Pickler's husband Kyle Jacobs dies by apparent suicide: Police

Kellie Pickler’s husband Kyle Jacobs has died by an apparent suicide, the Nashville Police confirms.
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Kellie Pickler's husband Kyle Jacobs dies by apparent suicide: Police