Tina Turner performs on stage in 1976. The HBO documentary Tina explores the extraordinary life of the iconic singer and the personal traumas she has overcome. Photo: AP
Tina Turner performs on stage in 1976. The HBO documentary Tina explores the extraordinary life of the iconic singer and the personal traumas she has overcome. Photo: AP
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Tina Turner’s life story from her point of view: Tina documentary makers on how they see their biopic of the legendary singer

  • Now 81 years old, Turner retired from performing more than a decade ago; in HBO’s Tina she opens up about overcoming her painful past and finding happiness
  • Despite her current contentment, Turner is still coming to terms with the trauma of her rocky and often violent relationship with ex-husband Ike Turner

Tina Turner performs on stage in 1976. The HBO documentary Tina explores the extraordinary life of the iconic singer and the personal traumas she has overcome. Photo: AP
Tina Turner performs on stage in 1976. The HBO documentary Tina explores the extraordinary life of the iconic singer and the personal traumas she has overcome. Photo: AP
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