Bonnie Tyler, singer of epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ dies at 75

Singer Bonnie Tyler, known for her hit song "Total Eclipse of the Heart," has died at the age of 75. Her family announced her passing on Thursday, stating she died "unexpectedly" in a hospital in Portugal. Tyler had been receiving treatment for an illness and was hospitalized in May in Faro for emergency intestinal surgery, after which she was placed in an induced coma. The Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star's iconic 1983 ballad gained renewed popularity with subsequent generations, particularly during solar and lunar eclipses.

Singer Bonnie Tyler, known for her 1983 hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart," has died at the age of 75. Her family announced her unexpected passing in a hospital in Portugal, where she was being treated for an illness. Tyler, who had a distinctive gravelly voice, received three Grammy nominations and represented Britain at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2013. Her iconic song "Total Eclipse of the Heart" has garnered over a billion streams and experienced renewed popularity during solar and lunar eclipses. She was awarded an MBE for her contributions to music in 2023.

Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, known for her husky voice and hits like "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has died at age 75. Her family announced her unexpected passing in a hospital in Portugal due to an illness she was being treated for, following emergency intestinal surgery in May. Tyler's career began in local clubs, leading to international fame with songs like "It's a Heartache" and her iconic 1983 power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart." She achieved significant commercial success in the 1980s, collaborating with producers like Jim Steinman and Giorgio Moroder, and continued to have chart success in Europe throughout her career.