Who Are Tina Turner's Children And What Happened To Them?

May 2024 · 2 minute read

Craig Raymond Turner (above, far right), Tina Turner's eldest son, died in 2018 by suicide from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at his home in California at just 59 years old (per The Guardian). Sadly, Craig Turner was old enough to remember the domestic violence rife in his mother's relationship with Ike. When Craig was a child, Tina also attempted suicide (via USA Today). She later described her oldest son as emotional and prone to sadness. In 2018, Tina recalled Craig comforting her at low points in her rocky first marriage. Before his death, Craig worked in real estate in Beverly Hills and lived in an apartment his mother bought for him in California.

After Craig's death, Tina posted on Twitter, "My saddest moment as a mother. On Thursday, July 19, 2018, I said my final goodbye to my son, Craig Raymond Turner, when I gathered with family and friends to scatter his ashes off the coast of California ... he will always be my baby." That same year, Tina told BBC News that before he died, Craig revealed he had entered into a romantic relationship. He had plans to introduce his new partner to his mother on his birthday.

If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline​ by dialing 988 or by calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255)​. 

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