Linda Nolan’s sister Anne reveals star’s final few ‘traumatising and heartbreaking’ days in hospital before her death

LINDA Nolan's sister Anne has opened up about the star's final few "traumatising and heartbreaking" days.

The singer passed away yesterday at the age of 65 with her famous sisters at her side - and her final hours were said to have been full of "love and comfort".

Linda's older sister Anne, 74, shared an emotional tribute message on social media yesterday.

Anne said her sister had spent her last two days at Blackpool Victoria Hospital on the MCEW Ward.

She told fans that the staff went “above and beyond and made what was a traumatic and heartbreaking time for our family and friends, 100 per cent easier by their professionalism, kindness and caring”.

Anne also penned: “Words cannot describe the heartache and loss I am feeling at the passing of my third youngest sister Linda Nolan today.

"The most generous, loving, beautiful, annoying at times, helpful, brave, forthright, person I know.

"You found humour in life’s darkest corners.

“The world was a better place because you were in it.

"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. I will love you and miss you until we meet again my wonderful sister.”

A statement released by her agent, 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.

"Rest in peace, Linda. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten."

While Loose Women star Coleen also paid tribute to her sister Linda as she described her sister as a "beacon of love".

Coleen said on Instagram: "I am utterly devastated by the passing of my sister, Linda.

"Linda was a beacon of love, kindness, and strength. Her wit, humour and laughter was infectious, her presence could light up any room.

"Linda had a heart full of compassion and always knew how to bring comfort and joy to those around her.

"Her memory will live on in the many lives she touched, and while we will miss her more than words can express, we take solace in the love and warmth she shared with all of us."

Last month, Linda appeared on ITV's Loose Women where she revealed a severe fall left her with injuries as she faced ongoing chemo.

Linda, who had been battling this bout of cancer since 2017, fell in October suffering injuries including knocking some of her teeth out.

The star also opened up about how she worried that her 60th birthday could be her last, but that she was "still here" five years later.

The sister of Loose Women star Coleen Nolan was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in 2005 and given the all-clear the next year.

But in March 2017, she was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer which was identified after it spread to her hip, following a fall.

Heartbreakingly, the 65-year-old last year revealed her cancer had spread to her brain.