‘Tina’ Musical Star Fired After Sharing Stage With The Rolling Stones? The Shocking Backstage Twist
A surprising twist in the world of musical theater: Chanel Haynes, the powerhouse vocalist who played Tina Turner in the hit West End production “TINA: The Tina Turner Musical,” was abruptly fired after performing with the legendary Rolling Stones.
The incident happened in 2022 when Chanel was invited to sing “Gimme Shelter” live with Mick Jagger at a Rolling Stones concert in Milan. Unfortunately, the performance clashed with her scheduled role as Tina that night in London.
Chanel made the difficult decision to skip the musical performance and take the stage with the Stones—a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. But her decision didn’t sit well with the producers of “TINA,” who promptly terminated her contract, despite her acclaimed portrayal of the iconic singer.
“I followed my heart,” Chanel explained in an interview with the BBC. “It was a chance I couldn’t turn down. I didn’t expect to be punished for it.”
After months of silence, Chanel Haynes filed a lawsuit against the producers, citing wrongful dismissal. In a recent legal victory, the court ruled in her favor, stating that she had the right to pursue artistic opportunities without facing retaliation.
The case sparked conversations in the theater community about the rights of performers and the restrictions of exclusive contracts. For many fans, Chanel’s story echoes the fearless energy and rebellious spirit of Tina Turner herself—a true icon of independence and strength.