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General · 16 June 2026

Bonnie Tyler Leaves Coma During Portugal ICU Stay

Bonnie Tyler Leaves Coma During Portugal ICU Stay

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Fans face worry as the singer remains seriously ill in hospital. Bonnie Tyler was taken to intensive care in Faro, Portugal, after emergency intestinal surgery in May 2026 and was placed in an induced coma to support recovery. On 15 June 2026, her team confirmed she is no longer in a coma but continues to receive intensive care treatment. Doctors remain hopeful about recovery, though the process is slow and all concerts until the end of August have been cancelled.

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