Beloved singer Bonnie Tyler passed away aged 75, and now the news of her health ordeal and hospitalization prior to her passing has come to light.
According to reports, the Total Eclipse of the Heart, who spend years living in Portugal, was admitted to Faro Hospital, one of the area’s largest medical centers, where she had undergone emergency intestinal surgery. Local papers wrote she suffered from an intestinal perforation and was later placed in an induced coma.
“We are very sorry to announce that Bonnie has been admitted to hospital in Faro, Portugal, where she has a home, for emergency intestinal surgery,” the statement shared on the social media said. “The surgery went well and she is now recuperating.”
The message added that Tyler’s family and friends were concerned by the frightening health ordeal and thanked everyone for their messages of support.
Days following the surgery, the singer was placed into an induced coma.
“Bonnie has been put into an induced coma by her doctors to aid her recovery,” a spokesperson said at the time. “We know that you all wish her well and ask for privacy at this difficult time please. We will issue a further statement when we are able to.”
A Portuguese newspaper also reported that Tyler was initially treated in an intermediate care unit before being transferred to intensive care.
As word of the singer’s hospitalization quickly spread across the internet, heartbroken fans—who grew up on her legendary hits like Holding Out for a Hero and It’s a Heartache—flooded social media with love and support.
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“You are such a strong woman and an inspiration to so many people around the world,” one person wrote. “I know this is a tough time, but you’re strong and will get through it,” another commented.
One fan shared, “Sending healing prayers to Bonnie, one of my favorite singers since the 1980’s!” Another emotional commenter wrote, “I grew up listening to Bonnie Tyler. I wish her the best of health, and I hope she gets back out on the road to tour again.”
“Dear Bonnie, you have brought us so much joy with your songs; I pray that you recover very quickly,” someone else commented.
This sudden medical crisis followed just weeks after Tyler had openly celebrated her health and rigorous touring pace, proving she could still command international stages well into her 70s.
In fact, during an interview that March, the vocalist shared that she still felt remarkably strong and had no plans to slow down her global performances. “I’m fit enough at the moment, touch wood, and I’m really enjoying doing the shows,” she said. “I’m still rocking on that stage with my wonderful band, and if you’ve got your health, you’ve got everything.”
She also shared that she was practicing Pilates in order to keep herself fit and strong. “I do home Pilates, only 20 minutes a day – it’s something I can do in my hotel rooms,” she said.
Though Tyler had previously mentioned undergoing successful “washouts” to treat ongoing knee issues, the icon refused to let her age dictate her career. In recent years, she frequently emphasized that retirement was completely out of the question. In a 2021 interview, she declared, “I’m quite fit for my age, thank God.” She added, “And I’m never going to retire.”
Bonnie Tyler’s ascent to worldwide stardom began in the 1970s with the release of Lost in France, a trajectory that soon culminated in the massive commercial triumph of It’s a Heartache.
Early in her career, throat surgery left Tyler with a famously raspy vocal style that became a pop music hallmark. Her success peaked in 1983 with the decade-defining chart-topper Total Eclipse of the Heart. As noted in her official biography, she maintained this momentum, remaining an active, dedicated performer for decades.
Following her sudden passing, tributes came pouring in.
Oscar winner and Wednesday actress Catherine Zeta-Jones shared her heartbreak on Instagram, mourning the loss of “our dearest Bonnie Tyler.” Their bond went beyond the industry; Tyler’s husband of over five decades, Robert Sullivan, is actually Zeta-Jones’s cousin.
As the music world mourns a true legend, Bonnie Tyler leaves behind an unmatched legacy built on raw vocal power and unforgettable rock anthems. Her distinct, timeless voice will undoubtedly continue to captivate listeners for generations to come. She is survived by her devoted husband of over 50 years, Robert Sullivan.
Rest in peace, Bonnie Tyler.
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