Bonnie Tyler, born Gaynor Hopkins on June 8, 1951, is a Welsh singer known for her distinctive husky voice. She gained fame in the late 1970s with hits like “It’s a Heartache” and achieved international success in the 1980s with songs such as “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and “Holding Out for a Hero”.

Her career has spanned several decades, and she has been recognized with numerous awards and nominations, including Grammy and Brit Award nominations. Bonnie Tyler continues to perform and release music, maintaining her status as an iconic figure in the music industry.