Singer Bonnie Tyler dies at 75

Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer renowned for her distinctive raspy voice and hit songs like "Total Eclipse of the Heart," has died at the age of 75. Her passing was announced via a statement on her official website.

Tyler died in a hospital in Portugal following an illness. In May, she was placed in a medically induced coma after undergoing emergency bowel surgery. While she later regained consciousness, her condition remained critical in intensive care.

Born Gaynor Hopkins in Neath, South Wales, Tyler rose to prominence in the 1970s. Her song "It's a Heartache" became a major hit on both sides of the Atlantic. However, it was "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983 that propelled her to global stardom, topping charts worldwide. She also garnered Grammy nominations and had another significant hit with "Holding Out for a Hero."

In addition to her musical achievements, Tyler represented the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2013. In 2023, she was awarded an MBE for her significant contributions to music. She is survived by her husband of over 50 years, Robert Sullivan.