How Many Nolan Sisters Have Died

So, you’re wondering how many Nolan Sisters have died. It’s a question that pops up, right? Maybe you were humming “I’m in the Mood for Dancing” and suddenly got dark.

Let’s get the sad stuff out of the way first. Out of the five original sisters, two have passed away. I know, it’s a punch to the gut.

The first was Bernie Nolan. She died in 2013 after a long, brave battle with breast cancer. She was only 52. It was absolutely heartbreaking for the family and fans.

Then, in 2022, we lost Linda Nolan. She also fought cancer, but of a different kind (breast cancer that had spread). She was 65. Two sisters, gone way too soon.

But Wait—There Were Six! (Sort of)

Okay, here’s where it gets a little tricky. The family had seven kids total: five girls, two boys. But the Nolan Sisters act itself had six members at one point. Yes, six.

You had the main five: Anne, Denise, Maureen, Linda, and Bernie. Then their little sister, Coleen Nolan, joined the group in 1974. She became a permanent fixture. So the famous lineup was six sisters for a while.

Does that change the death count? Nope. Only Bernie and Linda have died from that original six. Four are still singing, squabbling, and living their best lives: Anne, Denise, Maureen, and Coleen.

But don’t forget the seventh sibling, brother Tommy Nolan. He isn’t a sister, for obvious reasons, but he managed the group. He also passed away in 2021. So, if you’re counting all the siblings who were in the act? Still two sisters dead. Tommy was a brother, not a sister.

The Real Zinger: The Other Sister?

Let’s talk about the one that trips people up. You might hear a rumor that a third sister died. People sometimes confuse “Nolan Sister” with “sister of a Nolan.” For example, Lulu is alive and well. Not a Nolan.

The confusion often comes from Julia Nolan, the youngest sibling. She was never a professional singer in the group. She’s a teacher. She’s very much alive. So no, she didn’t die.

Also, be careful online. There’s a fake story about a sister named “Molly” dying in a car crash. That’s pure internet nonsense. Don’t fall for it.

So, to Recap (Because I Love a Good List)

Let’s break it down like a math problem you actually want to solve:

Deceased Nolan Sisters: Bernie (2013) and Linda (2022). That’s it. Two. Two out of the six who performed on stage.

Living Nolan Sisters: Anne (76), Denise (73), Maureen (69), and Coleen (59). That’s four. And they’re still feisty. Anne recently said she’s “too old to care.” Love that energy.

What about the boys? Tommy (brother, died 2021). Not a sister. Brian Nolan (other brother)? Still alive. He’s the quiet one.

Why This Question Haunts Google

I think people ask because the Nolans are a big family. It’s easy to lose track. Plus, cancer is a cruel shadow that has hung over them. Bernie and Linda both fought it publicly, with grace and humor.

There’s also that weird cultural thing—people love to say, “Oh, the Nolans? Half of them are gone!” But that’s just drama. Two out of five (or six) is sad, but it’s not a massacre.

And let’s be honest: every time a celebrity dies, someone yells “The Nolans lost another one!” even if it’s some random cousin. Don’t trust every tweet.

The Bottom Line (For the Busy Reader)

If you’re at a pub quiz and someone asks “How many Nolan Sisters have died?” the answer is two. Say it with confidence. Then buy the next round.

If you want to be really smart, add: “But their mother, Maureen Nolan Sr., is still alive at 94! She’s the real survivor.” Yeah, that’ll impress people.

So, to answer your original question: two. And we miss them. But the other four are still out there, singing “Don’t Make Waves” and probably arguing about who gets the last biscuit.

Now go enjoy a dance. They’d want that.