Irish singer Linda Nolan dies aged 65 after long illness

She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005, given the all clear in 2011, but in 2017 was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer.

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

Nolan, who was 65-years-old, died on Wednesday in hospital in Blackpool in the UK, surrounded by her family.

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, one of the most successful girl groups of all time, Linda achieved global success; becoming the first Irish act to sell over a million records worldwide; touring the world and selling over 30 million records, with hits such as Gotta Pull Myself Together, Attention to Me and the iconic disco classic I’m In The Mood for Dancing,” he continued.

“Her distinctive voice and magnetic stage…