Ronnie Turner, the son of the legendary Tina Turner, passed away at 62 due to complications related to metastatic colon cancer, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner. The medical report also indicated that atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease was a significant contributing condition, though his death was classified as natural.
Atherosclerosis, as defined by medical experts like the Mayo Clinic, involves the thickening or hardening of arteries due to cholesterol plaque. This condition often leads to cardiovascular diseases, impacting heart health.
Tina Turner expressed her profound grief over her son’s untimely departure in an emotional Instagram post, remembering Ronnie as her beloved son. Afida Turner, Ronnie’s wife, also paid homage to him on Instagram, expressing her deep sorrow and calling him a true angel. She noted the tragedy of his death following the losses of other family members, including Ronnie’s brother Craig Turner in 2018, his aunt Alline Bullock in 2010, and his father, Ike Turner, in 2007.
Ronnie, despite being part of a family renowned for their musical legacy, carved a niche for himself in acting. He is known for his role in the 1993 film “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” which portrays his mother’s journey to fame.