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ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus FINALLY CONFIRMS the Awful Truth About His Marriage Nightmares With Agnetha Fältskog
For years, fans of ABBA saw Björn Ulvaeus and Agnetha Fältskog as the golden couple of pop music — beautiful, talented, and seemingly in love both on and off the stage. But now, after decades of silence, Björn has finally opened up about the dark side of their relationship, revealing painful truths that have remained hidden behind the band’s glittering success.
In a candid new interview, the 79-year-old Swedish songwriter spoke openly about the emotional toll his marriage to Agnetha took on both of them, admitting that behind the scenes, their love story was far from the fairy tale fans believed it to be.
“People saw us smiling on stage, singing love songs, but at home, we were falling apart,” Björn confessed. “The pressure, the fame, the touring — it all came between us. We weren’t prepared for what success would do to our relationship.”
Björn and Agnetha married in 1971 and were divorced by 1980, during ABBA’s peak years. While they continued to work together professionally, the personal pain lingered — and many of the group’s later songs, like “The Winner Takes It All,” were reportedly inspired by their real-life breakup.
“It wasn’t just sadness,” Björn revealed. “There were fights. There was resentment. There were nights where we couldn’t even speak to each other. But we still had to perform. We had to pretend.”
He also spoke about the toll it took on Agnetha, who was often overwhelmed by anxiety and homesickness, especially when away from their children. “She was hurting more than anyone knew,” Björn said quietly. “And I didn’t always handle it the right way.”
Though both have since moved on with their lives and maintained a cordial relationship, the emotional wounds from their time together remain. Björn’s recent honesty has reignited interest in the group’s story — reminding fans that even behind ABBA’s joyful melodies were moments of heartbreak and personal sacrifice.
Their music brought joy to millions, but the truth behind Björn and Agnetha’s marriage is a bittersweet reminder that even the brightest stars can face the darkest storms.