Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler died at age 75 [1] on the night of July 8, 2024 [2], in a hospital in Portugal [3].

Tyler's death marks the loss of a global music icon known for her distinct raspy vocals and chart-topping hits. Her death has triggered a wave of tributes from the entertainment industry, highlighting her influence on pop and rock music.

A statement from Tyler's family and team said she died unexpectedly in the hospital as a result of the illness she was being treated for [4]. The singer had been hospitalized since May 2024 [5], when she underwent an emergency intestinal procedure [6].

Actress Catherine Zeta-Jones shared a tribute to the singer on Instagram on July 9, 2026 [2]. In the post, Zeta-Jones shared a family connection to the vocalist and expressed her grief over the loss.

"My heart is broken," Zeta-Jones said [7].

Tyler spent the final months of her life receiving medical care in Portugal after the emergency intestinal issue that led to her hospitalization earlier in the year [6]. The family statement said the singer's team was heartbroken by the unexpected nature of her death [4].

Tyler's career spanned several decades, bringing her international fame and cementing her place in music history. The news of her death was widely circulated by major news outlets including CBC and Exclaim [3, 4].

“"My heart is broken."”

The death of Bonnie Tyler removes one of the most recognizable voices of the 1980s power ballad era. Her death, following a prolonged hospitalization for intestinal complications, concludes the career of an artist whose work bridged the gap between rock and mainstream pop across multiple continents.