Welsh singer in induced coma after being rushed to hospital

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8 May 2026 • 2:57 PM MYT
The Independent
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Welsh singer in induced coma after being rushed to hospital

  • Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler has been placed into an induced coma to aid her recovery after undergoing emergency intestinal surgery.
  • The 74-year-old was rushed to a hospital near her home in Faro, Portugal, earlier this week for the procedure.
  • Her spokesman confirmed the update on Thursday evening, saying that the coma is to assist her recuperation.
  • An Instagram post on Wednesday initially announced the surgery was successful and Tyler was recuperating.
  • Her team has requested privacy for the singer and her family, promising further statements when available.

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