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Bonnie Tyler, born Gaynor Hopkins on 8 June 1951 in Skewen, Wales, was a distinctive Welsh singer known for her husky voice and powerful ballads. Discovered in a Swansea club by talent scout Roger Bell, she began her career in the mid-1970s and rose to fame with country-tinged pop songs like "Lost in France" and "It's a Heartache," the latter becoming a global hit in 1977. After a vocal cord operation left her voice with a raspy tone, she embraced a grittier sound that defined her early career.

In the 1980s, Tyler transitioned into rock with the help of songwriter and producer Jim Steinman. Her 1983 single "Total Eclipse of the Heart," written by Steinman, became one of the best-selling singles of all time, topping charts worldwide. The song's dramatic flair and Tyler's powerful delivery made it an enduring anthem. Steinman also wrote her other major hit of the decade, "Holding Out for a Hero," featured on the soundtrack of the film Footloose. These songs earned her Grammy nominations and international acclaim.

Tyler continued to record and tour throughout the 1990s and 2000s, finding particular success in continental Europe. She collaborated with various producers and artists, including Dieter Bohlen, Kareen Antonn, and David Guetta. In 2013, she represented the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Believe in Me." Tyler was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 2022 for services to music.

Known for her emotive voice and enduring hits, Bonnie Tyler remained a beloved figure in pop and rock music, performing across generations and continents. She was married to Robert Sullivan for over 50 years and was known for her philanthropy, particularly in support of children's charities.