Coleen Nolan is marking a huge milestone this week, as she celebrates turning 60 on 12 March . But with her big birthday falling just eight weeks after the tragic passing of her older sister, Linda Nolan, it will, no doubt, be a bittersweet time for the Loose Women star. Linda tragically passed away on 15 January , aged 65, two decades after first being diagnosed with cancer.
And a source tells OK! that her death has understandably cast a shadow over Coleen’s excitement in celebrating turning 60, amid plans for a party with family and friends. “This is a milestone birthday for Coleen, but she is still, of course, going to be thinking about her sister. Coleen is still very, very sad about losing Linda, so it’s a very bittersweet moment.
It’s heartbreaking that Linda won’t be there,” claims the source. Coleen rose to fame in The Nolans, best known for their disco hits such as I’m In the Mood For Dancing. Coleen sang alongside her sisters, Anne, Denise, Bernie, Maureen and Linda – with whom she had a famously close bond.
Following the news of her sister’s passing, Coleen took to Instagram to share a heartfelt tribute, penning, “I am utterly devastated by the passing of my sister, Linda. Lind 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 liv.
