Bonnie Tyler hospitalized in Portugal after emergency intestinal surgery; the 74-year-old singer is recovering well.
- May 8, 2026
AceShowbiz - Bonnie Tyler, the iconic singer famous for her 1980s hits "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has been hospitalized in Portugal after emergency surgery.
The 74-year-old artist was admitted to a hospital in Faro, Portugal, where she maintains a residence, for urgent intestinal surgery. A statement posted on her official website on Wednesday confirmed the news, reassuring fans and loved ones about her condition.
"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 said. "The surgery went well and she is now recuperating." It also acknowledged the concern from her family, friends, and fans, thanking them and expressing hope for a swift recovery.
The Hollywood Reporter reached out to Bonnie Tyler's representatives for further updates but no additional information was provided at this time.
Bonnie Tyler first rose to fame with her late 1970s hit "Lost in France" from her debut album The World Starts Tonight. She is best known for her signature raspy voice and powerful anthems that defined the 1980s music scene.
Her 1983 album Faster Than the Speed of Night was a landmark achievement, making her the first British female artist to debut at number one on the U.K. album charts. The album featured the platinum-certified hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart," a song that remains a cultural staple decades later.
Another of her enduring hits, Holding Out for a Hero, gained widespread recognition through its use in the 1984 film Footloose and has since appeared in popular movies such as Shrek 2 and The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Most recently, Bonnie Tyler released her eighteenth studio album titled The Best Is Yet to Come in 2021, continuing her legacy as a celebrated vocalist.
Fans and followers worldwide are sending their best wishes for a complete and speedy recovery as she rests and recuperates in Portugal.