Beyoncé Pays Tribute to Tina Turner During Paris Tour Stop – Beyoncé, aged 41, paid tribute to the influential Tina Turner and reflected on the profound impact she had on her life during her recent performance in Paris, France, as part of her Renaissance World Tour. After belting out “Dangerously in Love” for fans at the Stade France, Beyoncé paused and told those in attendance, “I just want to take a second and honor Tina Turner.”
“If you’re a fan of mine, you’re a fan of Tina Turner. Because I wouldn’t be on this stage without Tina Turner,” she continued. “So I want you guys to just scream so she can feel your love.” Beyoncé added: “I feel so blessed that I was allowed to witness her brilliance. I also feel very blessed to be here to perform once again in Paris after so many years. Thank you for your loyalty.”
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After the announcement of Turner’s passing in the previous week, Beyoncé expressed her heartfelt tribute to the legendary artist on her official website. “My beloved queen, I love you endlessly,” the “Pure/Honey” singer’s message began. “I’m so grateful for your inspiration, and all the ways you have paved the way.” “You are strength and resilience,” she continued.
“You are the epitome of power and passion. We are all so fortunate to have witnessed your kindness and beautiful spirit that will forever remain. Thank you for all you have done.” The message was accompanied by a photo of the pair holding hands and bowing at the 2008 Grammy Awards, where they performed Turner’s track “Proud Mary” together. As previously announced by her team, Turner passed away at her residence near Zurich, Switzerland, following an extended period of illness.
“With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow,” read a post shared on Turner’s Instagram. “Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music,” the post continued. “All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly,” it concluded.
Earlier this month, Beyoncé commenced her Renaissance World Tour with a remarkable performance at the Friends Arena in Stockholm, Sweden. This tour signifies her return to solo concert engagements after a hiatus of seven years. The event’s set list features various songs from her seventh studio album Renaissance, such as “Alien Superstar,” “Cuff It,” “Pure/Honey” and “Plastic Off the Sofa.” It also features numerous hits that showcase Beyoncé’s decades-long career, including “Crazy in Love,” “Partition” and “Love on Top.”
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In another captivating moment of Friday night’s performance, Beyoncé shared the stage with her daughter, Blue Ivy Carter. Blue Ivy, who is only 11 years old and the second-youngest Grammy Award winner in history, joined her mother during the dance breakdown of Beyoncé’s “My Power” from her 2019 album, The Gift, which was inspired by The Lion King. Blue Ivy also showcased her talent by participating in the choreography for Beyoncé’s 2020 single, “Black Parade.”
