Special Report Spotlight Bonnie Tyler, 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' 'Holding Out For A Hero' singer, dies at 75 Melina Khan, KiMi Robinson and Melissa Ruggieri USA Today Jul 9, 2026 Jul 9, 2026 Updated 7 hrs ago 0 × Bang Showbiz - Music Bonnie Tyler has died at the age of 75. Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Bonnie Tyler, a Welsh singer known for hits like "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "It's a Heartache," has died. She was 75.kAmQq@??:6VD 72>:=J 2?5 E62> 2C6 962CE3C@<6? 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