Sad news is coming from the UK
The Welsh singer-songwriter Bonnie Tyler, who represented the country in Eurovision 2013, passed away at the age of 75
On May 6, 2026, Tyler underwent emergency surgery for a perforated intestine in Faro, Portugal, where she resided. Following the procedure, she was placed in an induced coma within the intensive care unit. Her condition became critical when she suffered a cardiac arrest as doctors attempted to wake her, though medical staff successfully resuscitated her. By mid-May, a spokesperson confirmed she was in serious but stable condition, with doctors remaining optimistic about a full recovery. Tyler eventually emerged from the coma on June 15, though she remained severely ill. Sadly, she passed away on July 8 at the age of 75 due to complications from her illness.
About Bonnie
Bonnie Tyler (born Gaynor Hopkins; 1951–2026) was a celebrated Welsh singer-songwriter renowned for her distinctive, gravelly voice and powerful pop-rock anthems. Rising to fame in the late 1970s with hits like “It’s a Heartache,” she achieved global superstardom in 1983 with the Jim Steinman-produced power ballad “Total Eclipse of the Heart.” Throughout her prolific career, she released 18 studio albums, represented the United Kingdom in the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest, and was awarded an MBE in 2022 for her services to music.
Beyond her chart-topping success, Tyler maintained a deep connection to her home in the Algarve, Portugal, where she lived for several decades. She was married to Robert Sullivan for over 50 years
Her legacy as a musical titan, defined by her theatrical energy and iconic vocal style, continues to resonate with fans worldwide.
Among her well-known songs, one can recognize:
“Total Eclipse of The Heart”
and “Holding Out For a Hero”
In 2013, she was internally selected to represent the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 with the song “Believe in Me” (Eng: Emotional Feelings). She ended in 19th place, scoring points from 7 countries:
Tyler has released 18 studio albums during her career, the recent of them is 2021.
ESCBEAT team feels sorry for the great loss of a great musician.
May she rest in peace.
