Introduction
At 78, ABBA’s Frida Finally Admits the Truth About Benny’s Affair—After 40 Years of Silence
For decades, Anni-Frid Lyngstad, known to millions as Frida of ABBA, remained silent about one of the most painful chapters in her life — the end of her relationship with fellow bandmate Benny Andersson. Their split in 1981 came at a time when ABBA was still riding high, and while the group eventually stepped away from the spotlight, the emotional aftermath lingered.
Now, at 78, Frida has spoken candidly about what she once buried beneath years of silence, music, and grace. In a recent reflective interview marking her remarkable life and career, Frida touched—delicately but honestly—on the emotional wounds left by the dissolution of her marriage and Benny’s infidelity.
“It was a time of deep confusion,” she shared. “You try to keep smiling for the cameras, for the fans, for the music — but inside, things are breaking. I didn’t want to talk then. I didn’t even want to think about it.”
Her voice, still soft but steady, held the weight of experience — not bitterness, but truth. “People think we were just bandmates, but we were partners in life. And when trust breaks in that space… it shakes everything.”
Frida’s revelations weren’t accusations. In fact, she was quick to acknowledge the complexity of life inside the ABBA bubble. “We were all under pressure. Fame is not kind to relationships. Benny and I made choices — some good, some we regret. But we’ve made peace with those years.”
What struck many fans was Frida’s tone — not one of blame, but of acceptance and healing. She emphasized how time had given her perspective. “It took me a long time to find peace, but I did. And Benny and I — we are friends today. We share a history no one else can understand.”
For millions who grew up with ABBA’s songs — full of heartbreak, longing, and joy — Frida’s openness adds a deeply human layer to the story behind the music. It reminds us that even the brightest stars carry shadows. And sometimes, the hardest truths take a lifetime to say out loud.