Linda Nolan, member of 1970s singing group The Nolans, died in January 2025 aged 65 following her battle with secondary breast cancer
TV star Coleen Nolan, a familiar face on Loose Women, has shared a poignant tribute to her sister Linda, marking one year since her death.
Linda, a singer and member of the famous Nolan family, died at the age of 65 after a long battle with secondary breast cancer on 15 January 2025.
Linda was initially diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 and received the all-clear in 2011.
However, in 2017, four years after the death of her sister Bernie at the age of 52, Linda discovered that the disease had returned, with tumours found in her hip bone and pelvis.
Like Bernie, she was diagnosed with incurable secondary breast cancer but remained resolute in making the most of her remaining time, reports the Mirror.
Sharing photos of herself with Linda on Instagram, ITV’s Coleen commemorated the anniversary, writing: “One year without you Linda, love and miss you everyday”.
It wasn’t long before people commented on the post, with many sending their condolences to Coleen and her family. Someone said: ” A beautiful light went out a year ago but her memory will live on forever.” While another commented: ” Lovely Linda Sending lots of love to you and all your family.”
One follower wrote: “Thinking of you @coleen_nolan Linda was such a special person her spirit will never forgotten.” As someone else shared: ” Thinking of you and your family Colleen.”
The Daily Mirror columnist passed away surrounded by her beloved sisters, just days after penning her last heartfelt piece for the newspaper. Her final moments were reportedly filled with “love and comfort.”
In a statement released to the Mirror, agent Dermot McNamara announced: “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.
“She passed at around 10:20am at Blackpool Victoria Hospital on the MCEW Ward. The family said the hospital couldn’t do enough, they were tireless.”
The statement went on: “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.”
Social media was flooded with tributes for the beloved Irish singer, whilst the Loose Women panel delivered a heartfelt tribute to Coleen’s devastating loss, with presenter Christine Lampard announcing: “Some very sad news for you now. Linda Nolan, Coleen’s sister, who was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in 2017 has died at the age of 65.”
Linda’s sisters – Anne, 74, Denise, 72, Maureen, 69, and Coleen, 59 – rushed to her hospital bedside at 3.30am on the Tuesday before she passed away, after medical staff decided to place her in end-of-life care. They maintained a constant vigil throughout her final hours.
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