Bonnie Tyler's scheduled homecoming concert at Utilita Arena Cardiff on December 17 has been cancelled following the singer's unexpected death at age 75, the venue announced on Thursday. All ticketholders will receive automatic refunds and a commemorative physical ticket as a memento.
Death Announcement
Tyler, born Gaynor Hopkins, died on Wednesday night in a hospital in Portugal after being treated for an illness. A statement on her website said: "Bonnie's family and team are heartbroken to announce that Bonnie unexpectedly passed away last night in hospital in Portugal as a result of the illness that she was being treated for." Her family requested privacy as they grieve the "tragedy."
The singer had been placed in an induced coma at a hospital in Faro, Portugal, following emergency intestinal surgery in May. Although her team later said she was no longer in a coma, she remained seriously ill in intensive care. On June 15, representatives cancelled all upcoming shows but had hoped autumn performances would proceed.
Venue Statement
Utilita Arena Cardiff issued a full statement: "Due to the sad news of the passing of Bonnie Tyler, the show scheduled to take place at the Utilita Arena Cardiff on Thursday, December 17, 2026 will no longer go ahead. Ticket holders who purchased a ticket via the venue Box Office or via Ticketmaster will automatically be refunded. Please note that refunds can take 3-5 working days to be processed and will be refunded to the payment method used to make the purchase. Ticket holders who purchased tickets through a different ticket agency should contact their point of purchase for more information. Please note that all ticket holders will receive a memento physical ticket in commemoration. For any further information please contact boxoffice.cardiff@livenation.co.uk. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and fans of Bonnie Tyler at this time."
The arena paid tribute to Tyler, recalling "fond memories" of her performances there.
Tributes Pour In
Following the news, tributes came from around the world. The Prince and Princess of Wales called Tyler a "proud Welsh icon" and wrote "Diolch am y gerddoriaeth (thank you for the music)." Actress Catherine Zeta-Jones said her "heart is broken." Fans left floral tributes at Tyler's home in Mumbles, Wales.
