Bonnie Tyler, the gravel-voiced star who sang her way into music history
The Welsh star known for songs including Total Eclipse of the Heart has died aged 75.
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"I got a broadsheet newspaper and I made an effort to write all the first names I came across on one list and all the surnames on another and I went through them both and came up with Bonnie Tyler."
— Bonnie Tyler , Celebrity
"I grew up in a council house. I never thought I would have an MBE."
— Bonnie Tyler , Celebrity
Key People
Bonnie Tyler is a Welsh singer best known for her 1983 hit 'Total Eclipse of the Heart.'
Jim Steinman was a songwriter known for writing 'Total Eclipse of the Heart'.
Prince William is the eldest son of King Charles III and second in line to the British throne.
Roger Bell was a talent scout who discovered Bonnie Tyler.
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