Beyonce dedicated time at her concert in Paris to the late singer Tina Turner, who has died aged 83.

“I want some time to honor her Tina Turner,” the Grammy-winning singer can be heard telling the crowd who attended her concert in the French capital last Friday in a video shared on social media.

“If you’re a fan of mine, you’re a fan of Tina Turner. I wouldn’t be on this stage without Tina Turner, so I want you to shout out so she can feel your love. I feel so blessed to have been allowed to see her brilliance».

Beyonce in a message on the website earlier paid tribute to the pioneering rock star. “My beloved queen. I love you endlessly” she wrote in her message. “I am so grateful that you were the inspiration and paved the way. You are strength and resilience. You are the epitome of strength and passion. We are all so lucky to have witnessed your kindness and beautiful spirit that will be cherished forever. Thank you for everything you have done».

Throughout Beyonce’s career, Tina Turner has been one of her biggest musical influences. In 2008, they even had the opportunity to work together at the 50th Grammy Awards when they performed ‘Proud Mary’.