Coleen Nolan’s Loose Women co-stars pay emotional tribute to Linda Nolan after tragic death from cancer
LOOSE Women have paid an emotional tribute to Coleen Nolan’s sister Linda after her tragic death from cancer.
She passed away today with her famous sisters at her side, with her final hours said to have been full of “love and comfort”.
Linda died after a battle with secondary breast cancer, aged 65.
Coleen’s fellow ITV co-stars took a moment to share a touching tribute to the popular singer.
Panelist Christine Lampard said: “Some very sad news for you now, Linda Nolan – Coleen’s sister was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in 2017, has died at the age of 65.
Christine then read out the statement from her agent.
An saddened Christine told viewers: “We’ve been talking about Linda for so long with Coleen and I know it was an incredibly tough time for the family, but you’re just never prepared.”
Co-host Nadia Sawalha also shared her heartbreak, saying: “Nothing prepares because there is a moment when the light goes out and when the light goes out, that’s the most awful shock.
“They’ve been through so much as a family.
“We’re just sending all our love.”
Christine added: “We’re thinking off you all today.”
In a statement released by her agent today, 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.
“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 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,” Dermot added.
“Rest in peace, Linda. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.”
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Linda was a household name from the time she was 15 thanks to The Nolans, whose biggest hit was 1979’s I’m In The Mood For Dancing.
The sisters were a mainstay of Saturday night television in the Seventies, showing off matching gowns and cutesy dance moves on everything from Morecambe and Wise to The Two Ronnies and The Cliff Richard Show.