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Also Known As Izear Luster Turner, Jr.
Born November 5, 1931 • Clarksdale • Mississippi
Died December 12, 2007 (aged 76) • California
Awards And Honors Grammy Award (2006)
Notable Family Members spouse Tina Turner

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