Bonnie Tyler Out of Coma but 'Very Unwell' After Emergency Surgery
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Singer Bonnie Tyler has emerged from a coma following emergency surgery in Portugal but remains in intensive care.
- Her condition is slowly improving, and doctors are confident in her recovery, though her summer tour dates are canceled or postponed.
- Tyler's team has thanked fans for their support and requested privacy as she recovers.
Bonnie Tyler, the iconic voice behind "Total Eclipse of the Heart," has been brought out of a coma after undergoing emergency surgery in Portugal. While the Welsh singer remains in intensive care, her condition is showing signs of improvement, according to a spokesperson.
Doctors are reportedly "confident" that Tyler will make a full recovery, though they caution that the process will be slow. The news comes as a relief to fans worldwide who have been sending messages of support. Tyler's team expressed gratitude for the "huge outpouring of love and support," noting that the singer is aware of the well wishes.
We apologise to all of Bonnie's fans and to our promoter partners for the disappointment that this will cause but trust that you will understand and bear with us in these difficult circumstances.
Unfortunately, the health emergency has led to the cancellation or postponement of Tyler's summer tour dates. While some autumn performances are still hoped to proceed, her team has apologized for the disruption and disappointment this will cause to fans and promoter partners. They are asking for understanding during this difficult period.
Born Gaynor Hopkins, Tyler rose to fame in the late 1970s and achieved global stardom in the 1980s with hits like "Total Eclipse of the Heart." She was recognized with an MBE for her services to music in 2023. Her team has requested privacy for the singer and her family, promising further updates as significant developments occur.
Although her condition is improving it is a slow process. Her doctors remain confident that she will make a good recovery but it is going to take time.
Originally published by BBC News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.