Bootleg Betty
Is Bette Midler Retiring From Singing? I Don’t Think So!
By Mister D
July 14, 2025
Since when has The National Enquirer told the truth about anything?! The claim that Bette Midler has retired from singing stems from a June 2025 article by the National Enquirer, citing an insider who said Midler, at 79, is “completely over” singing and has “hung up her mic for good,” focusing instead on writing, producing, and environmental activism. However, this report is unverified and lacks direct confirmation from Midler herself. In contrast, a November 2024 article from Remind Magazine states she is still active, starring in films like The Fabulous Four, suggesting she hasn’t fully retired from performing. Earlier comments from Midler in 2021, reported by Parade, indicated she was ready to “fade away” from stage performances due to her age (75 at the time), but she didn’t explicitly rule out singing entirely. Given the conflicting reports and lack of a definitive statement from Midler, the retirement claim appears to be a rumor amplified by a single source. Her recent activities suggest she remains engaged in her career, including singing. Always worth checking her official channels for clarity—rumors like this often get legs without solid backing
