Linda Nolan Age, Death, Husband, Family, Biography

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Husband: Brian Hudson

Death Cause: Double Pneumonia

Age: 65 Years

Bio/Wiki
Nickname	Naughty Nolan
Profession(s)	• Singer • Actress • Author • Television Personality
Physical Stats
Height (approx.)	5' 4" (163 cm)
Eye Colour	Blue
Hair Colour	Blad
Personal Life
Date of Birth	23 February 1959 (Monday)
Birthplace	Dublin, Ireland
Date of Death	15 January 2025
Place of Death	Blackpool, Lancashire, England
Age (at the time of death)	65 Years
Death Cause	Double Pneumonia
Zodiac sign	Pisces
Signature
Nationality	Irish
Hometown	Dublin
School	• St Catherine's Catholic School, Blackpool • The Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School, Greenford
Educational Qualification	High School Graduate
Religion	Christian (Catholicism)
Social Media	• Instagram • Twitter
Relationships & More
Marital Status (at the time of death)	Widow
Marriage Date	28 August 1981
Marriage Place	Blackpool, England
Family
Husband/Spouse	Brian Hudson (tour manager, sound engineer) (m. 1981; until his death in 2007)
Children	None
Parents	Father- Tommy Nolan (singer) Mother- Maureen Nolan (singer)
Siblings	Brother(s)- 2 Sister(s)- 5 • Anne Nolan (singer, songwriter, author) • Denise Nolan (singer, songwriter, actor) • Maureen Nolan (singer) • Bernie Nolan (actor, singer, television personality) (deceased) • Coleen Nolan (singer, television personality, author)
Money Factor
Net Worth (approx.)	$5 million (as of 2023)

Some Lesser Known Facts About Linda Nolan

Linda Nolan’s early childhood was rooted in Ireland, where her family resided in Raheny, a northern suburb of Dublin.

In 1962, they relocated to Blackpool, where her parents established a musical group called ‘The Singing Nolans’ (later renamed as The Nolans), featuring their six daughters, including Linda.
The Nolan sisters in 1974; from left: Anne Nolan (24), Denise Nolan (22), Maureen Nolan (20), Linda Nolan (15), Bernadette Nolan (14), and Coleen Nolan (9)

The Nolan sisters performed constantly in nightclubs, on TV shows, and on tours to support their family. Their father, also their manager, used to wait at the bar during shows and drive them home late, even on school nights.

In 1979, Linda met tour manager Brian Hudson. They soon fell in love and got married in 1981 despite their parents’ concerns about their 13-year age gap; Brian Hudson worked as The Nolans’ tour manager until 1983.
Linda Nolan with Brian Hudson

In 1981, Linda joined her sister Coleen Nolan as part of the ‘Young & Moody Band’ and contributed to the track ‘Don’t Do That.’ The song, which peaked at No. 63 on the UK charts, also featured iconic musicians Lemmy and Cozy Powell.
A poster of Young & Moody Band’s track ‘Don’t Do That’ (1981)

Linda parted ways with The Nolans in December 1983. Soon after, she earned the nickname ‘Naughty Nolan’ for her bold and provocative publicity pictures, which drew significant attention.
A picture of Linda Nolan from one of her bold photoshoots

Linda appeared as a panellist on many television shows including BBC1’s ‘Blankety Blank’ (1984-1989), Channel 5’s ‘Big Brother’s Bit on the Side’ (2012-2014), Channel 5’s ‘The Wright Stuff’ (2018), and Channel 5’s ‘Jeremy Vine’ (2018-2019).
Linda Nolan (as a panellist) in a still from the television show ‘Blankety Blank’ (1984-1989)

Linda played the titular role in the theatrical production Maggie May’s (1986-1993) at Central Pier, Blackpool. She performed in the play for eight consecutive summer seasons, completing over 1,000 shows.
Linda Nolan after performing in the theatrical production Maggie May’s at the Central Pier in Blackpool in 1988

She played the titular role in the play Rosie O’Grady’s (1994-1995), performed at Central Pier, Blackpool.

Linda’s financial troubles began when she left a project with a cheque for £13,000, but shortly after, a tax bill for the same amount arrived.

In 1995, Linda and Brian were declared bankrupt. However, things got better when a newspaper paid Linda £17,000 to share her life stories.

Linda worked in many other plays such as ‘Prison Governor’ in Prisoner Cell Block H: The Musical (1996-1997), ‘Mrs. Johnstone’ in Blood Brothers (2000-2008), the Soap Star in Menopause The Musical (2015-2016), and ‘Madame Holly Spencer’ in Rumpy Pumpy! (2016).
Linda Nolan as ‘Mrs. Johnstone’ in the theatrical production Blood Brothers (2000-2008)

Years after Tommy Nolan died in 1998 at age 78, it was revealed in Anne’s 2008 biography that he had abused her while also struggling with alcoholism and violence. Linda later talked about it in an interview and said that it must have been very difficult for Anne since everyone had adored their father.
A poster of the book ‘Anne’s Song’ (2008)

In 2005, Linda Nolan was diagnosed with breast cancer. In 2006, she underwent a single mastectomy surgery.

The Nolans came together as a “five-piece” to perform their song ‘I’m in the Mood for Dancing’ on two notable occasions. The first was for BBC One’s ‘All Time Greatest Party Songs,’ which aired on 17 December 2005.
The Nolans while performing ‘I’m in the Mood for Dancing’

In 2007, Linda was diagnosed with cellulitis, a bacterial skin infection, and lymphedema, a condition causing swelling due to fluid build-up in her arm.

The Nolans reunited again for a performance on ITV’s chat show ‘Loose Women’ on 9 August 2007.

On 21 September 2007, Linda’s husband, Brian Hudson, passed away due to liver failure.

In 2009, Linda joined her sisters Bernie, Maureen, and Coleen for a UK and Ireland tour, which turned out to be successful. Alongside the tour, they released the album ‘I’m in the Mood Again,’ which ranked No. 22 on the UK Albums Chart.
A poster of The Nolans’ album ‘I’m in the Mood Again’ (2009)

Although Linda was declared cancer-free in 2011, her health took a turn in 2017 after she fell on her hip. After being hospitalised, doctors discovered that she had developed incurable secondary breast cancer in her pelvis.

Linda later started receiving regular radiotherapy to prevent cancer from spreading. However, she said she would avoid chemotherapy if the cancer was terminal, as she had seen her sister Bernie suffer from its painful side effects before Bernie passed away in 2013.

In 2014, Linda’s financial issues resurfaced when she was investigated by Blackpool Council and the Department for Work and Pensions for claiming £12,000 in benefits while working. Linda, however, did not realise quick TV interviews counted as “work.” She created a repayment plan and was later issued a caution.

In 2014, Linda joined ‘Celebrity Big Brother 13’ as a contestant reportedly because she needed the money.
Linda Nolan in a still from the reality show ‘Celebrity Big Brother 13’ (2014)

While in the show ‘Celebrity Big Brother 13,’ she shared her personal stories and clashed with comedian Jim Davidson, a conflict that started in the 90s when her husband, Brian, stole money from Jim’s friend, comedian Frank Carson.

In July 2014, Linda revealed that she had been a victim of sexual assault by musician and television personality Rolf Harris during a 1975 tour in South Africa, where The Nolans were performing as his supporting act.

In March 2018, Linda authored an autobiography called ‘From My Heart.’
The cover page of Linda Nolan’s book ‘From My Heart’ (2018)

In 2020, Linda’s cancer spread to her liver. By 27 March 2023, it had reached her brain, causing a tumour and balance issues on her right side, which led her to use a wheelchair. She began treatment with the experimental drug tucatinib, followed by enhertu.

Linda devoted herself to supporting cancer causes. She played a key role in raising more than £20 million for organisations such as Breast Cancer Now, the Irish Cancer Society, and Samaritans, among many others.