The Nolans legend Linda Nolan dies aged 65 after breast cancer diagnosis
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Coleen Nolan has paid tribute to her sister Linda Nolan, who has died aged 65 after being diagnosed with secondary breast cancer. The Irish singer, who rose to fame at the age of 15 alongside her sisters in the group The Nolans, died on Wednesday morning, her family has confirmed.
![[Linda Nolan at an event. She is smiling while wearing a black and gold dress with matching earrings]](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SEI_236045069-cdcc.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
In a statement released to the Mirror, agent 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.
![[Editorial use only Mandatory Credit: Photo by ITV/Shutterstock (993719fr) 'Dawson and Friends' TV Picture shows - The Nolans on the Les Dawson show ITV Archive]](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SEI_149856458-f48a-e1736945652118.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
‘She passed at around 10:20am. The family said the hospital couldn’t do enough, they were tireless and made it so much more bearable.’. The statement continued: ‘She passed peacefully, with her loving siblings by her bedside, ensuring she was embraced with love and comfort during her final moments.
‘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. Rest in peace, Linda. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.’.
![[Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andre Csillag/REX/Shutterstock (481524me) Nolan Sisters Coleen, Maureen, Bernie and Linda performing - Nov 1981 VARIOUS]](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SEI_167627096-b217.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video. Up Next. Tributes have come in for the star, with her death being announced on Loose Women, where Linda’s sister Coleen is a host.
![[Editorial use only Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock (12903284m) Linda Nolan 'Good Morning Britain' TV show, London, UK - 21 Apr 2022]](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SEI_152901566-3153-e1736945704164.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
