Sinéad O’Connor’s cause of death has been officially disclosed one year after her untimely demise.
The acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter tragically passed away in July 2023 at the age of 56.
According to the Irish Independent, the singer’s death certificate reveals that O’Connor died due to a combination of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchial asthma, and a low-grade lower respiratory tract infection.
The news comes six months after the initial ruling of “natural causes” by the London Inner South Coroner’s Court.
The Irish singer, renowned for her powerful voice and outspoken activism, was found unresponsive at her London home on July 26, 2023, at the age of 56.
The singer’s family announced her tragic death in a statement.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”
O’Connor’s death sent shockwaves through the music industry and the world at large.
Her powerful rendition of Prince’s Nothing Compares 2 U propelled her to international stardom, while her outspoken advocacy for social justice and mental health awareness made her a vocal figure.
The singer had been candid about her struggles with mental health, including bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Her son, Shane, tragically died by suicide in 2022 a loss that deeply affected O’Connor.
Following the loss of her 17-year-old son, O’Connor expressed her pain on social media, writing, “There is no point living without him.”
“Everything I touch, I ruin. I only stayed for him. And now he’s gone.”
