Tina Turner (born Anna Mae Bullock; November 26, 1939) is an American (United States) singer and actress whose career has spanned more than 50 years. She has won numerous awards and her achievements in the rock music genre have earned her the title "The Queen of Rock n Roll". Turner started out her music career with husband Ike Turner as a member of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue (Ike & Tina Turner). Success followed with a string of hits including "River Deep, Mountain High" and the 1971 hit "Proud Mary". With the publication of her autobiography I, Tina, came allegations of spousal abuse against Ike Turner following their 1977 split. Turner rebuilt her career, launching a string of hits beginning in 1983 with "Lets Stay Together (Lets Stay Together (song))" and the 1984 release of her album Private Dancer.

Her musical career led to film roles, beginning with a prominent role as The Acid Queen in the 1975 film Tommy (Tommy (film)), and an appearance in Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band (Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band (film)). She starred opposite Mel Gibson as Aunty Entity in Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome for which she received the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture, and her version of the films theme, "We Dont Need Another Hero", was a hit single. She appeared in the 1993 film Last Action Hero.

One of the worlds most popular entertainers (List of best-selling music artists), Turner has been called the most successful female rock artist and was named "one of the greatest singers of all time" by Rolling Stone. Her records have sold nearly 200 million copies worldwide. She has sold more concert tickets than any other solo music performer in history. She is known for her energetic stage presence, powerful vocals, career longevity, and widespread appeal. In 2008, Turner left semi-retirement to embark on her Tina!: 50th Anniversary Tour. Turners tour became one of the highest selling ticketed shows of 2008-2009.