Bonnie Tyler marks 75th birthday amid health concerns

Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, born Gaynor Hopkins, turned 75. After a vocal‑cord surgery in 1977 left her with a distinctive husky voice, she achieved international hits such as “It’s a Heartache” and the Jim Steinman‑produced “Total Eclipse of the Heart”.

She later represented the United Kingdom at the 2013 Eurovision Song Contest with “Believe in Me”. In the year of her 75th birthday, fans expressed worries about her ongoing health problems, noting that the singer continues to perform despite the ailments.

Tyler’s career, which began in local Welsh clubs and progressed through several stage names before adopting her well‑known moniker, remains celebrated for its lasting impact on 1980s pop‑rock music.