One year after the death of Tina Turner at age 83, her legacy as the queen of rock’n’roll and her fierce transparency about her trauma continue to inspire.

Katori Hall, writer of 'Tina: The Tina Turner Musical,' met Turner multiple times at her home and learned to embrace a 'fierce transparency' from the singer.

The musical, which opened in 2018 and is the longest-running show at London’s Aldwych Theatre, covers Turner's traumatic experiences, including abuse from her first husband Ike Turner and the challenges she faced due to racism and ageism in the music industry.

Hall highlights Turner’s vulnerability, noting it brought immense strength and honesty to their interactions.

Turner’s candid revelation about her struggles, notably her domestic abuse story shared with People magazine in 1981, lent substantial credibility to other women’s stories.

Hall’s latest works include directing the TV series 'P-Valley' and the UK premiere of her Pulitzer prize-winning play 'The Hot Wing King.' The musical remains an ongoing worldwide tribute to Turner, featuring her greatest hits and allowing fans to honor her legacy.