Bonnie Tyler has died
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Bonnie Tyler, the gravel-voiced singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75.
Bonnie Tyler, born Gaynor Hopkins in Neath, Wales, died aged 75 after emergency intestinal surgery in Portugal. The singer, known for the 1983 hit 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' had a 50-year career that included 'Holding Out for a Hero' and 'It's a Heartache.' She was the first and only Welsh artist to have a US number one. Tyler was awarded an MBE in 2023. Her hit song recently surpassed a billion streams on Spotify. She is survived by her husband, Robert Sullivan.
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Commenters expressed condolences and shared memories, with many linking to the 'Literal Music Video' of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' as a highlight. Discussion included appreciation for 'Holding Out for a Hero,' its use in Short Circuit 2, and the superior Footloose soundtrack. A debate arose over whether the story is on-topic for Hacker News, with some flagging it as off-topic celebrity news. One user noted the songwriter Jim Steinman's backstory. Several shared personal anecdotes of singing along dramatically.