Singer Sinéad O’Connor’s cause of death revealed

• Singer Sinéad O’Connor died last year.
• Her cause of death is revealed.
• Police rule out earlier suspicions.

Southwark Coroners Court in London has officially determined the late Irish singer-songwriter’s cause of death.

According to reports, singer Sinéad O’Connor died of natural causes, ending the speculation surrounding her sudden passing.

According to Variety, the coroner’s office categorically confirmed that the singer died of natural causes at the age of 56.

This ends the ongoing investigation into her tragic death, which at first was thought to be suicide.

Details about Sinéad O’Connor’s cause of death

On July 26, the iconic voice behind ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ was discovered «unresponsive» at her home in London.

Authorities pronounced her dead at the scene.

The British police told Variety that there were no signs of suspicious activity and handed the case over to the coroner to determine exactly what caused her death.

In an official statement, O’Connor’s family expressed their sadness at the sad news of the beloved artist’s death in 2023.

Singer Sinéad O’Connor left an incredible legacy

In the statement, the Irish singer’s loved ones asked for understanding and respect for their privacy during this painful time.

Sinéad O’Connor garnered international recognition with the release of her second album, I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got, in 1990.

That album included her version of ‘Nothing Compares 2 U,’ a song written by Prince and released under his side project, the Family.

O’Connor’s version reached No. 1 in multiple countries, including her native Ireland, staying at the top of the charts for 11 weeks.

Sinéad O’Connor’s personal struggles

According to Variety, her second album was nominated for a Grammy.

She also won the award for best alternative music performance that year.

The late singer had been open and frank about her decades-long battle with mental illness, according to Page Six.

She had been struggling since the tragic loss of her son 17-year-old son Shane in 2022, who died by suicide.

Sinéad O’Connor: Tributes for the Irish star

Before her death, O’Connor had shared her plans to return to London after 23 years, with the intention of releasing a new album.

In addition, she had dates scheduled in Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the United States in the coming years, according to Page Six.

After her untimely death, social media was flooded with tributes and accolades for Sinéad O’Connor.

Live Aid frontman Bob Geldof recalled the uniqueness of her voice, its pure intensity and how her music connected with people.

An indelible musical legacy

«She was relentless, she had a voice like none of us had ever heard, so pure,» said Bob Geldof.

Additionally, he pointed out O’Connor’s immense influence on the music industry and highlighted her enduring legacy.

«Her voice represented her soul and spirit. And whenever we hear that, we will always be with a great woman,» he declared according to Variety.

Sinéad O’Connor’s death has left a legacy that will continue to vibrate eternally through her music and in the hearts of her fans.