We know Gabrielle Union as an actress and for her active involvement in various social causes. She’s a passionate advocate for important issues. Union actively supports women’s health, and LGBTQ+ rights, and works to raise awareness to end violence against women. Her advocacy in these areas makes her widely known and respected. Union even received a special award alongside her husband, Miami Heat superstar Dwyane Wade for their humanitarian efforts. Time magazine called her one of the most influential people in the world in 2020.
Her successes are tremendous. However, she’s face to face with a sorrowful moment in life currently. The passing of Tina Turner took her aback. Union is a devoted admirer and shared her views on Turner’s extraordinary life and achievements.
Musical legend Tina Turner didn’t just live, she inspired
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We all know Tina Turner for her powerful voice and electrifying live performances. The famous singer began her career as a member of the musical duo Ike & Tina Turner. However, she went on to become a renowned solo artist.
Tina encountered many challenges in her life, including an abusive relationship and mental health concerns. Despite her difficulties, she remained courageous and resilient. Her chart-topping singles Proud Mary and What’s Love Got to Do with It?were international hits.
Tina Turner earned the status of a legendary figure in the music industry because of her talent, tenacity and inspiring journey. Her 8x Grammy awards were a testament to her incredible talents that didn’t just conquer hearts but reached across the world.
During an interview with Who What Wear, Union expressed her views on the legendary singer.
Gabrielle Union claims ‘We are Worthless’
Union believes the singer never received the true respect she deserved. People often trivialized her life, reducing it to a joke centered on her past trauma, despite her fame and happy life with her husband in Europe.
The actress said, “She went where she was celebrated and not merely tolerated?What if more of us went where we were loved?”
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She further adds,?”Why are we still holding on to these beliefs that if success doesn?t come from one direction, then we are worthless, then we are invisible, then our work will not be respected? It?s not true. There are people showing us a different way every day.?
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