Bonnie Tyler, the 74-year-old singer known for hits such as 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' and 'Holding Out for a Hero,' has been placed in an induced coma at a hospital in Portugal after her condition worsened following surgery.
Health Update
According to Portuguese news outlet Correio da Manha, Tyler is unconscious and connected to a breathing ventilator in the intensive care unit at Faro Hospital. The singer had undergone emergency intestinal surgery earlier this week and was initially reported to be recovering well. However, her condition deteriorated, leading to the induced coma.
Initial Reports
Earlier this week, a spokesperson for Tyler stated that the surgery went well and she was recuperating. The statement read: 'We are very sorry to announce that Bonnie has been admitted to hospital in Faro, Portugal, where she has a home, for emergency intestinal surgery. The surgery went well and she is now recuperating.'
Bonnie's Health History
Tyler has been open about her health issues in the past. She recently mentioned that her knees were her main concern but that she manages with home Pilates. She also revealed that she had knee washouts, which were successful. Despite her health challenges, Tyler has expressed no plans to retire, stating in a 2025 interview that she would never give up performing.
The singer, who has sold over 100 million records worldwide, splits her time between Faro and South Wales. She is scheduled to tour Europe later this year, but her current health condition may affect those plans.
