Ike Turner Jr., the Grammy-winning son of Tina and Ike Turner, passed away at the age of 67, just one day after his birthday. He died on October 4, 2025, in Los Angeles from kidney failure after years of heart complications. His passing was confirmed by Tina’s niece, Jacqueline Bullock, who expressed the family’s gratitude for the support they received. She shared that Ike Jr. was more like a brother to her, having grown up in the same household.
Born in 1958 to Ike Turner Sr. and Lorraine Taylor, Ike Jr. was adopted by Tina when he was young. He spent his early years surrounded by music and later worked with Tina as a sound engineer before starting his own career. In a past interview, he described Tina as the only mother he had ever known but revealed that their relationship grew distant over time. He also spoke about his siblings, Ronnie, Craig, and Michael, and their different paths in life.
Ike Jr.’s later years were marked by health challenges and personal struggles. He lost his brothers Craig in 2018 and Ronnie in 2022, while his father passed in 2007. Tina Turner died in May 2023 at the age of 83 after facing multiple health issues. Despite the family’s complicated history, Ike Jr. remained a talented musician who contributed to the blues and soul genres, continuing his family’s musical legacy.
Following his passing, Ronnie’s widow, singer Afida Turner, shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, remembering him warmly. Ike Jr.’s life reflected both the extraordinary musical world he was born into and the challenges that came with it. His legacy endures through his work and the lasting impact he made on those who knew him.