Oscar-winning actress and Wednesday star Catherine Zeta-Jones has led the tributes to singer Bonnie Tyler, known for hits including Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a
The report indicates that oscar-winning actress and Wednesday star Catherine Zeta-Jones has led the tributes to singer Bonnie Tyler, known for hits including Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, who has died at the age of 75.
It further notes that the popular Welsh powerhouse singer died “unexpectedly” on Wednesday night at a Portugal hospital, “as a result of the illness that she was being treated for”, her family stated in a “heartbroken” statement released on the star’s official website.
Zeta-Jones paid her respects on Instagram, saying her heart was “broken” with the news that “our dearest Bonnie Tyler has passed away”.
Tyler is survived by her husband of more than 50 years, Robert Sullivan, who is Zeta-Jones’s cousin.
The Chicago movie star, who shared a photograph of herself with the singer, continued: “A one of kind artist, who so easily could have been a comedian because she was one of the funniest people I ever met.
“Thank you Bonnie for the joy you brought so many. Sleep tight beautiful lady.”
Back in 2000, Zeta-Jones asked Tyler to sing Total Eclipse of the Heart at her wedding to fellow film star Michael Douglas in New York.
Writing on the late singer’s Instagram page, Zeta-Jones also commented: “Our Queen Bonnie….. you were such a part of my life.”
Tyler’s fellow Welsh pop-rock star Shakin’ Stevens called her “a true professional, and a bright, shining light”.
He posted on X: “She loved life and inspired the rest of us to do the same.”
The Prince of Wales described Tyler as a “proud Welsh icon”.
“Her extraordinary voice and unforgettable music touched millions around the world and will continue to inspire generations to come,” he said.
Prince William signed off his statement with “Diolch am y gerddoriaeth” – Welsh for thank you for the music.
Sir Cliff Richard stated he was mourning “another wonderful friend gone too soon”.
