Singer and TV personality Linda Nolan dies aged 65

SINGER AND TV personality Linda Nolan has died aged 65 “with her loving siblings by her bedside”, her manager said.

She was a member of hit pop group the Nolans and died in hospital in Blackpool surrounded by family.

She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 and given the all-clear in 2011.

But in 2017, she was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer.

In 2020, it spread and by 2023 was in her brain.

In a statement, her manager Dermot McNamara said: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Nolan, the celebrated Irish pop legend, television personality, Guinness World Record holding West End star, Sunday Times bestselling author and Daily Mirror columnist.

As a member of The Nolans, Linda was part of the first Irish act to sell over a million records worldwide and the group sold 30 million records, with hits such as Gotta Pull Myself Together, Attention to Me and I’m In The Mood for Dancing.

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“Her distinctive voice and magnetic stage presence brought joy to fans around the world, securing her place as an icon of British and Irish entertainment,” said McNamara.

He added: “Beyond her incredible career, Linda dedicated her life to helping others, helping raise over £20 million for numerous charities, including Breast Cancer Now, Irish Cancer Society and Samaritans, amongst countless others.”

He said that over the weekend, she was taken by ambulance to Blackpool Victoria Hospital and admitted with double pneumonia.

In the early hours of yesterday morning, she went into a coma and into end-of-life care, surrounded by her family.

“At around 10.20am on Wednesday 15 January, she passed peacefully, with her loving siblings by her bedside, ensuring she was embraced with love and comfort during her final moments, aged 65,” said McNamara.

“Linda’s legacy extends beyond her incredible achievements in music and entertainment. She was a beacon of hope and resilience, sharing her journey to raise awareness and inspire others.

“Her family kindly ask for privacy at this difficult time, while they and Linda’s friends grieve the loss of an extraordinary woman. Details of a celebration of Linda’s remarkable life will be shared in due course.

“Rest in peace, Linda. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.”