Passing and Cause of Death
Ike Turner Jr., the son of music legends Tina and Ike Turner,
passed away on October 4, 2025, just one day after his 67th birthday.
According to Tina’s niece, Jacqueline Bullock, he died from kidney failure after years of battling heart problems and a recent stroke.
“Junior was more than a cousin to me, but rather a brother,” Bullock said.
Family Ties and Career
Born in 1958 to Ike Sr. and Lorraine Taylor, Ike Jr. was adopted by Tina Turner, who “raised me from the age of two.”
He became a sound engineer and musician, managing Bolic Sound Studiosand helping his father win a Grammy in 2007.
Losses in the Turner Family
Tragedy has repeatedly struck the family: Craig Turner died in 2018, Ronnie Turnerin 2022, and Tina Turner in 2023.
Legacy
Despite personal struggles, Ike Jr.’s musical talent and role in the Turner legacy remain unforgettable.
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