Tina Turner named best performer ever seen at an NRL Grand Final - three decades later

It may have taken place just over three decades ago, but Aussie sport fans have voted Tina Turner's iconic 1993 show as the best NRL Grand Final performance of all time.

The late singer, who died in May last year at her home in the town of Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, at the age of 83, put on an electrifying performance of one of her greatest hits.

Turner hit the stage and had crowds singing with her as she performed The Best at the match between the Brisbane Broncos and the St. George Illawarra Dragons.

Watch the video above.

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In an exclusive poll of Nine readers, 34 per cent voted Turner to take out the top spot.

Jimmy Barnes, who notably collaborated with Turner on a duet of The Best, nabbed the second spot with seven per cent of readers voting for the rocker.

Another memorable performance (perhaps not in a good way) was by singer Billy Idol, who performed at the 2002 NRL Grand Final, but unfortunately suffered a power failure during the show.

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"'Tina Turner all the way! She was the consummate performer," one voter said.

Another added: "'Go Tina...simply the best!"

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There have been plenty of incredible and memorable performances at Aussie Grand Finals across both the NRL and AFL over the years.

Some readers loved when British singer Robbie Williams was chosen to headline the AFL Grand Final a few years ago. 

KISS' 2023 entertainment and The Killers' 2017 AFL performance was also chosen by readers.

This year, pop superstar Katy Perry thrilled fans with her electrifying performance at the AFL Grand Final.

She was even joined on stage by iconic Australian singer Tina Arena. She entered the stadium on a futuristic-looking vehicle before singing hits including Dark Horse, California Gurls, Roar and I Kissed A Girl.

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Published Date: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 23:10:00 GMT