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Bonnie Tyler Undergoes Emergency Surgery in Portugal

Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, known for 80s hits "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," was hospitalized in Portugal for emergency surgery. The news was shared with fans via her Facebook and website.

Variety Music·May 7, 2026·via Variety Music

Bonnie Tyler Undergoes Emergency Surgery in Portugal

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May 7, 2026 2:34pm PT

‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ Singer Bonnie Tyler Hospitalized for Emergency Surgery in Portugal

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Bonnie Tyler , the Welsh singer behind 1980s hits like “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and “Holding Out for a Hero,” has been hospitalized in Portugal.

A statement was shared to the 74-year-old singer’s Facebook and website on Wednesday breaking the news to fans and acknowledging the situation.

“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 statement read. “The surgery went well and she is now recuperating. We know that all of her family, friends, and fans will be concerned about this news and will be wishing her well for a full and swift recovery.”