Friends and family have paid tribute to Linda Nolan following her death from breast cancer on Wednesday.
Linda died in hospital aged 65 with her famous sisters by her side following double pneumonia amid a 20-year battle with breast cancer, her agent Dermot McNamara confirmed.
On their official X account, shortly after her death was announced, they wrote: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the beloved Linda Nolan. She faced incurable cancer with courage, grace and determination, inspiring millions.
‘Surrounded by her family, she passed away peacefully. “Linda, a pop icon and a beacon of hope, will never be forgotten.”
Her sister and ‘Loose Women’ panelist Coleen Nolan reposted the statement with a broken heart emoji.
Meanwhile, his nephew Shane Nolan paid tribute to his “beautiful aunt.”

Friends and family have paid tribute to Linda following her death from breast cancer (pictured in 2023).
He posted: ‘My beautiful Aunt Linda. Yesterday I was able to spend a few hours with her, which I am very grateful for.’
Coleen’s Loose Women co-stars Christine Lampard, Kelly Brook, Myleene Klass and Nadia Sawalha paid an emotional on-air tribute to Linda, who was a regular panelist on the show, shortly after her death was announced.
Sharing her precious memories, Nadia said: ‘Nothing is prepared because there is a moment when the light goes out, and when the light goes out, it is the most terrible shock.
“They have been through a lot as a family and we send them all our love.”
Christine added: ‘Sending love to Coleen, Linda’s family, all the family. We are thinking of all of you today.’
Confirming her death on Wednesday, Dermot wrote: “It is with deep 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.
‘As a member of The Nolans, one of the most successful girl groups of all time, Linda achieved worldwide success; becoming the first Irish act to sell over a million records worldwide; touring the world and selling over 30 million records, with hits like Gotta Pull Myself Together, Attention to Me and the iconic disco classic I’m In The Mood for Dancing.
‘His distinctive voice and magnetic stage presence brought joy to fans around the world, securing his place as an icon of British and Irish entertainment.
‘Beyond her incredible career, Linda dedicated her life to helping others, helping to raise over £20 million for numerous charities including Breast Cancer Now, Irish Cancer Society and Samaritans, among many others.
‘His selflessness and tireless commitment to making a difference in the lives of others will forever be the cornerstone of his legacy.
‘Over the weekend, Linda was taken by ambulance to Blackpool’s Victoria Hospital and admitted with double pneumonia. In the early hours of Tuesday morning, she fell into a coma and received terminal care, surrounded by her devoted family.
‘At around 10:20am on Wednesday 15th January, she passed away peacefully, with her beloved siblings at her bedside, ensuring she was held with love and comfort during her final moments, aged 65.
‘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.
‘Her family kindly requests privacy at this difficult time, as they and Linda’s friends mourn the loss of an extraordinary woman. Details of a celebration of Linda’s extraordinary life will be shared in due course.
‘Rest in peace, Linda. “We will miss you deeply, but we will never forget you.”

The singer’s death was revealed in a statement released by her agent Dermot McNamara, who revealed that she died Wednesday morning after a battle with pneumonia.
Linda rose to fame alongside her sisters as a member of the girl band The Nolan Sisters and their 1979 hit I’m In The Mood For Dancing.
Last week, Linda told The Mirror that she had started to feel better, after falling ill over Christmas with what she thought was a bout of flu.
In what would be the publication’s last column, he wrote: ‘The doctors say it was a serious case of the flu. He walked a few steps and struggled to catch his breath.
‘My legs were shaking even more than usual and, although I try not to, I thought about how Bernie was at the end. You think, “Oh my God, is this it?”
“It wasn’t until Monday that I felt well enough to venture out. It feels like a whole new world out there. There’s nothing like the feeling of starting to feel better after an illness.
“You’ve forgotten what it feels like to feel normal (well, do I say normal?).” In what will prove to be a poignant final line, she added: “I’m not a fan of resolutions, but here’s one: It’ll take more than the flu to take me down.

Linda rose to fame in the 1970s alongside her sisters Maureen, Coleen and Bernie as a member of the all-female band The Nolan Sisters.

Following the success of their hit I’m In The Mood For Dancing in 1979, the band went on tour around the world.
In November, she admitted she “never expected to get to Christmas”, meaning the festive period meant even more to her.
She said: ‘I can’t wait (for Christmas). I don’t want to be morbid, but I didn’t think it would make it to Christmas, so that’s a real plus.
‘We love Christmas as a family and we will all get together at (sister) Denise’s house. It will be great. We all had a great time when we got together, so I can’t wait. I especially love seeing all the little ones and how excited they get.’
Loose Women panelist Coleen Nolan’s sister added that she was also hoping to be here to celebrate with her family next year before posting a health update.
Linda told the publication that she was receiving chemotherapy once every three weeks in addition to having her blood drawn, and if the results were positive, she would receive another round of treatment.
She added: ‘You have to be careful with chemotherapy. I’ve lost my hair again: I’m bald for the fifth time and it still affects me every time.
‘I get distressed when he leaves. As for pain, I have a cramp in my leg which hurts a lot, but other than that I don’t feel any pain, which is good.’
Despite her health problems, Linda remained positive, telling the magazine that she has been fighting cancer since 2005 and vowed to keep fighting as long as she could.
She described how on her 60th birthday she hoped to move on to the next year and, defying the odds, managed to make it to 65.
And he added: “If you lose hope, you lose everything.” It’s hard sometimes, but you have to have the resilience to say, “Yes, I’m not going to lie in bed feeling sorry for myself.”
Linda added that she keeps herself in good spirits by making sure she stays busy and goes out as often as she can.
She said she even sits outside in her yard in the freezing cold because the fresh air makes her feel better.
Staying busy is as important as getting out. Even if you’re sitting outside in your garden in this cold weather, getting some fresh air always makes you feel better.”
Linda also previously shared that a recent fall made her realize she could no longer live independently and she moved in with her sister.
She said she was forced to accept that she could not return home and, despite temporarily moving in with Denise and Tom, has now been with them for 18 months.
Linda’s update comes after she begged cancer to leave her family alone in an interview with Good Morning Britain in August.
Linda fought back tears as she shared her plea as she prepared to undergo treatment for the fifth time.
Linda was originally cleared for breast cancer in 2006, but was then diagnosed with an incurable secondary cancer in 2017.
And in August, Linda posted an update that the tumors in her brain, thought to be stable, had grown.
Appearing on GMB, Linda revealed that she was being scheduled for a new chemotherapy treatment as a result of the update and shared the news that she may be facing losing her hair once again.
He also revealed the physical toll the ongoing treatment was taking on his smile, pointing to a gap in his teeth and exclaiming: ‘Look, I’ve lost a tooth!’
Linda married Brian Hudson, who was The Nolans’ tour manager, in 1981, two years after they met.
After she left the group, Brian became Linda’s tour manager and they remained married until his death from liver failure in 2007.
Linda’s sisters also have a history of cancer: she, Colleen and Anne were diagnosed, and Bernie passed away from the disease in 2013.
Linda’s sister Anne was the first to be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000 and although she got the all-clear, she was diagnosed again in April 2020.
Just a few days later, Linda was told that her secondary breast cancer had spread to her liver, so the sisters decided to undergo chemotherapy together.