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Bonnie Tyler Recovers After Emergency Intestinal Surgery in Portugal

5/6/2026

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Bonnie Tyler Surgery

Bonnie Tyler was admitted to Faro Hospital in Portugal for emergency intestinal surgery on May 6, 2026.
The operation succeeded, leaving her now recuperating per a statement on her website.
She suffered a perforated intestine after several days of severe abdominal pain.
Tyler, who lives in Faro with husband Robert Sullivan, had previously said she felt fit and expected a European tour later in 2026.

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Bonnie Tyler Surgery

Bonnie Tyler was admitted to Faro Hospital in Portugal for emergency intestinal surgery on May 6, 2026.
The operation succeeded, leaving her now recuperating per a statement on her website.
She suffered a perforated intestine after several days of severe abdominal pain.
Tyler, who lives in Faro with husband Robert Sullivan, had previously said she felt fit and expected a European tour later in 2026.

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