ITV Loose Women suddenly paused by Christine Lampard as show pays emotional Linda Nolan tribute

Loose Women's latest episode was paused and Christine Lampard issued an emotional statement following the sad death of Linda Nolan.

It was confirmed that the singer had died aged 65 on Wednesday (July 15) "surrounded by her devoted family" following a long journey with cancer. The Irish star was part of the family group The Nolans, which also included her sisters Coleen, Maureen, Bernie, Denise and Anne.

Her manager, Dermot McNamara said it was “with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Nolan”. He added: “Over the weekend, Linda was taken by ambulance to Blackpool Victoria Hospital and admitted with double pneumonia.

"In the early hours of Tuesday morning, she went into a coma and into end-of-life care, surrounded by her devoted family. At around 10.20am on Wednesday, she passed peacefully, with her loving siblings by her bedside, ensuring she was embraced with love and comfort during her final moments, aged 65.

"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."

The news of Linda's death broke during the latest episode of Loose Women with Christine confirmed Linda's passing to viewers as she said: "Some very sad news for you now, Linda Nolan - Coleen's sister - was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in 2017, has died at the age of 65."

Christine then read out the statement issued before she emotionally went on to say: "We've been talking about Linda for so long with Coleen and I know it was an incredibly tough time for the family, but you're just never prepared."

Fellow panellist Nadia Sawalha then said: "Nothing prepares because there is a moment when the light goes out, and when the light goes out, that is the most awful shock. They've been through so much as a family, sending all our love."

Linda was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 and was given the all-clear in 2011. But in 2017 Linda was told the disease had returned after tumours were found in her hip bone and pelvis.

After being diagnosed with incurable secondary breast cancer she remained determined to make the most of the time she had left. In 2023, Linda discovered it had moved to her brain, but she threw herself into charity work - and led the campaign for wonderdrug Enhertu to be made available to all secondary breast cancer sufferers on the NHS.