Ike Turner Jr., the son of former music power couple Tina and Ike Turner, passed away on Oct. 4, just one day after celebrating his 67th birthday.

Family member Jacqueline Bullock confirmed to TMZ that Ike Jr. died from kidney failure at a Los Angeles area hospital. She also revealed that his health had been deteriorating in recent years, pointing out he had severe heart issues. He suffered a stroke last month as well.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of my cousin, Ike Turner Jr.,” Bullock shared.

She further released a statement to Page Six about Ike Jr’s death. “Junior was more than a cousin to me, but rather a brother,” she explained. “As we grew up in the same famed household together.”

In a separate statement to PEOPLE, Bullock reflected on Jr.’s music skills

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