Tyler: Prince William and Kate Middleton Pay Tribute to Bonnie Tyler After Death |
Bonnie Tyler, the famous Welsh singer who is best known for the international song ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’, has died at the age of 75. Born Gaynor Hopkins in Neath, South Wales, the singer died on Wednesday night in a hospital in Portugal, where he was receiving treatment after emergency stomach surgery and other complications.According to a statement on his official website, Tyler’s family and team are “heartbroken” to announce that he “passed away suddenly last night at a hospital in Portugal due to complications from complications.” He was put into a medically induced coma following an emergency procedure for a perforated bowel a few months before his death.
The Prince and Princess of Wales honor the symbol of Wales
The Prince and Princess of Wales paid tribute to Tyler from their Kensington Palace account. “We are deeply saddened by the death of Bonnie Tyler. A proud Welsh icon, her amazing voice and unforgettable music touched millions around the world and will continue to inspire generations to come. Our thoughts are with her husband, her family, friends and all those who loved her. Diolch am y muzija (thank you for the music),” they wrote.Tyler was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 2023 for his services to music, recognizing his significant contribution to entertainment over the years of his career.
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Catherine Zeta-Joneswho was related to Tyler by marriage through his cousin Robert Sullivan, shared the sentiment on Instagram. “My heart is broken by the news that our beloved Bonnie Tyler has passed away. Bonnie married my cousin and has been a part of my life,” Zeta-Jones wrote, sharing a photo of the couple taken the night before her wedding.“A wonderful woman with a voice to match. A kind artist, who could easily have been funny because she was one of the funniest people I have ever met. Thank you Bonnie for the joy you have brought to so many. Rest in peace beautiful lady. We will always ‘Keep A Welcome In The Hillsides’ in Wales. Sending my love to you. Robert and family,” he added.Sir Cliff Richardwho sang a duet with Tyler on the 2019 single “Control,” described him as a “best friend who passed away too soon” on the Facebook page. He wrote: “Bonnie’s life’s influence touched many people around the world, and she was a good friend to all, including me.” It’s a scary story to wake up to today and I send my love to his family during this sad time.Rod Stewartwho collaborated with Tyler on his 2019 album “Between the Earth and the Stars,” paid tribute by performing his 1977 hit “It Hurts” with fellow Scottish singer. “We lost a good friend in the last 24 hours, Bonnie Tyler,” the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer said.Also, Kevin Bacon revealed Tyler’s passion for music in a statement to Entertainment Weekly. “One of the great voices of rock. I can’t imagine chicken-running a tractor to any other song. RIP,” he wrote, referring to the use of his music in the soundtrack of the film.
The Grammy-nominated singer leaves behind a list of timeless songs that have inspired generations around the world. Photo credit (Bonnie Tyler Instagram)
Johnny Knoxville Tyler’s contribution to his comedy career on his Instagram Story is legit. “Bonnie Tyler, thank you for letting ur music be part of Jackass. RIP,” he wrote after announcing his death.Bryan Adamswho collaborated with Tyler on his 1986 album after writing his 1983 single “Straight From the Heart,” recorded onDavid Guettawho featured Tyler on his 2025 single “Together,” shared his tribute on Instagram: “Your music and spirit will live on forever. ‘Together’ will mean a little more now. Thank you for sharing this song with you. Rest in peace.”
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Prime Minister Sir Keir StarmerTyler described him as “one of Britain’s greatest artists.” A statement from the Prime Minister’s office said: “A legendary figure, he leaves behind a string of songs – from Total Eclipse Of The Heart to Holding Out For A Hero – that continues to touch lives, flood dance floors and fill karaoke halls. The Prime Minister’s thoughts are with his friends and family.”First Minister of Wales Rhun and Iorwerth he paid tribute to Wales. “I am very sad to hear about the death of Bonnie Tyler. Wales has lost a true icon, whose music brought joy to many. I offer my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans around the world,” he wrote.A Welsh broadcaster Carol Vorderman it also showed Tyler’s importance. “I’m so sorry to hear this. As a Welsh woman, Bonnie and her music meant so much to us; it was about fighting with power and living life unapologetically. May you rest in musical glory, Bonnie,” he wrote.
Bonnie Tyler: Career Highlights and Legacy
Tyler gained international fame in the 1980s with the release of “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” which topped the charts in both the United Kingdom and the United States. The single “Faster Than The Speed themselves themselves themselves themselves themselves themselves themselves their UK.Throughout his career, he released many other hits such as “Holding Out For A Hero,” “It’s A Heartache,” and “If You Were A Woman (And I Was A Man).” She represented the United Kingdom at the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden, with the song “Believe In Me,” which finished in 19th place.Despite his fame and popularity around the world, Tyler has never won a Grammy Award in his long career, despite being nominated three times for the best music award.The singer continued to make music and perform until his recent death, having released his 18th studio album “The Best Is Yet To Come” in 2021. He was scheduled to perform in various venues, including a December concert in Cardiff and several dates in Europe during the summer before his untimely death.
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