Linda Nolan's sad worry before death as Coleen pleaded 'don't be embarrassed'
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The late Linda Nolan had her fair share of struggles in life but could always count on her devoted sisters to lift her spirits. And it was with them that she could share her most upsetting fears and struggles. Pop icon Linda, who rose to fame with her siblings in The Nolans, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 65, after living with cancer for many years. Those who followed Linda's Mirror column, in which she documented her cancer journey, admired her tremendous courage in the face of such serious obstacles.
A wonderfully witty individual, Linda had a knack for finding cheeky humour and lightness even in the darkest of Christmas, joking with readers right up until the end about her disappointing last Christmas where she'd felt too poorly to enjoy the usual festivities.
In one poignant piece, published December 18, Linda expressed gratitude for another festive season with those who knew and loved her best. She wrote: "I can barely believe I've made it – but here I am, and I'm so grateful. Thank you so much for reading my highs and lows this year. I'll make a Christmas wish for many more.".
Brave Linda would, however, confide in sister Coleen about the personal struggles she was dealing with behind her sunny smile, including the sorrow she felt after losing her beautiful blonde hair. Speaking exclusively with the Mirror in September 2023, Coleen shared: "Certainly in public [there's a smile on her face], obviously there's nights she goes to bed, and I only found this out recently, but there are nights she goes I think the night times because she's totally on her own.
