The singer of the legendary song “Nothing Compares 2 U” passed away in July of last year. Since then, official sources have not revealed the true cause of her death, which led to the spread of new rumors. Now, a year later, the real cause of Sinéad O’Connor’s death has been disclosed.

The bald head of Sinéad O’Connor became an emblem of countless dreamy rebellions, serving as a bridge between the fierce and the ethereal. Her shaved pate was inseparable from her identity, evoking thoughts of the Irish singer and activist whose demise was announced on July 26. It is nearly impossible to reflect on Sinead O’Connor and her artistic contributions without immediately recalling her distinctive hair, or rather, her lack of it.

Her shaved head, alongside her iconic Dr. Martens and torn jeans, effectively became her signature look. In a 2014 feature in Billboard, Ms. O’Connor, who was 56 at the time of her passing, proudly referred to herself as “the bald woman from Ireland.”

In her memoir, she recounted an incident where a male music executive suggested she should change her appearance to align more with societal expectations, prompting her to take a stand against such pressures. The next day, she went to a barbershop and had her hair shaved off, intentionally embracing a look that defied conventional norms and allowed her to express her individuality freely.

On July 26, 2023, the singer was found dead in her home at the age of 56. Her death was surrounded by numerous rumors and speculations. Six months later, in January, it was announced that Sinéad’s death was due to natural causes, but no details were provided to the press.

Now, a year after her passing, the mystery of her death has been revealed. The woman died from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and bronchial asthma.

Even a year after her passing, the loss of such a legend continues to touch the hearts of people around the world. Many celebrities have expressed their feelings about this tragic event and paid tribute to Sinéad.

This summer, another star, Shelley Duvall, passed away. She too had lived a reclusive life in recent years. Here you can find details about her life and death.