Introduction
In a stunning and unexpected interview given just 30 minutes ago in Jönköping, Sweden, ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus finally broke his silence about his painful divorce from fellow band member Agnetha Fältskog. For decades, ABBA fans speculated about the real reasons behind the breakup of one of pop music’s most beloved couples, but now Björn has revealed details that left many fans completely shocked.
Speaking candidly to Swedish media, Björn, now 79, admitted that the fairy tale image surrounding his marriage to Agnetha was far from the reality behind closed doors. “We were young, famous, and traveling the world, but the truth is, we were drifting apart even during ABBA’s biggest successes,” Björn confessed. “People saw the happy smiles and sparkling performances, but behind the scenes, we were living in completely different emotional worlds.”
Björn explained that the intense pressure of fame, constant touring, and the relentless demand for perfection in their careers created distance in their personal relationship. “We tried to hold it together for as long as we could,” he said. “But we were both changing, and in the end, we became strangers living in the same house.”
One of the most shocking revelations was Björn’s admission that their famous breakup ballad, “The Winner Takes It All,” was written during the most painful stage of their divorce. “That song was the most honest thing we ever did,” Björn said quietly. “Even though I wrote it, it was Agnetha who sang it — and every time she performed it, we both felt that raw emotion all over again.”
Fans have always wondered why the couple, who seemed so happy and perfectly matched, fell apart. Björn revealed that their relationship had already been fragile before ABBA became a global phenomenon. “Fame didn’t break us — it just exposed the cracks that were already there,” he admitted.
Despite the heartbreak, Björn made it clear that there was never hatred between them, only sadness and acceptance. “We remained friends,” he emphasized. “Even after the divorce, we continued to work together, record music, and stand on the same stage. It wasn’t easy, but we had to stay professional, and we shared so many good memories despite everything.”
Today, Björn says he has found peace with the past. He and Agnetha have moved on with their lives, enjoying the success of ABBA Voyage and new creative projects. “I don’t look back with regret anymore,” Björn said. “We gave the world incredible music, and our story, both the good and the painful, became part of that.”
Fans around the world are reacting with a mix of surprise and admiration for Björn’s honesty. After years of silence, this rare glimpse into his private life only deepens the legacy of ABBA — a group built on unforgettable music, deep emotions, and personal sacrifice.