Bonnie Tyler, the celebrated Welsh singer famous for her 1983 hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart," is currently in an induced coma following emergency surgery in Portugal. The 74-year-old artist underwent the procedure earlier this week at a hospital in Faro.
A spokesperson confirmed that Tyler's doctors have placed her in an induced coma to assist with her recovery. "We know that you all wish her well and ask for privacy at this difficult time," the spokesman stated.
Tyler gained fame in the 1970s with songs like "Lost in France" and "It's a Heartache," and her career was further boosted by the success of "Total Eclipse of the Heart," which topped charts in both the UK and the US.
The Grammy-nominated singer, born Gaynor Hopkins, is set to begin a European tour on May 22 in Malta to celebrate the 50th anniversary of her breakout hit. She has additional concert dates scheduled in Germany, the Czech Republic, and Turkey, culminating in a performance in Cardiff this December.
Among her other well-known songs is "Holding Out for a Hero," featured in the 1984 film "Footloose." In 2013, Tyler represented the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest with her song "Believe in Me," finishing in 19th place.
In recognition of her contributions to music, Tyler received an honor from the late Queen Elizabeth II in 2022, celebrating her impressive five-decade career.