Introduction
Title: ABBA Star Benny Andersson Reveals His Biggest Health Decision
1. ABBA’s 2021 Reunion Announcement
In 2021, ABBA announced a reunion and a new immersive live experience in London, thrilling fans worldwide. Benny Andersson, now older, was still beloved by many.
2. Benny’s Alcohol Addiction
Benny revealed he once struggled with alcohol addiction, which began during ABBA’s peak fame. He admitted the issue publicly for the first time in a Swedish TV interview with his son, Ludvig. Benny realized he was at risk of losing everything and decided to get help. He has been sober since 2001.
3. Reflections on Aging
Despite being in his 70s, Benny says he prefers his life now to his ABBA heyday. He accepts aging positively and acknowledges that while death is inevitable, it shouldn’t dominate one’s thoughts. He described getting older as “not so bad.”
4. Health Transformation
Benny called quitting alcohol the best decision he’s ever made. It not only improved his health but also influenced many of his friends to stop drinking. He highlighted that addiction can creep in without notice and that recognizing the problem is the first step to healing.
5. Quitting Smoking
In addition to alcohol, Benny also gave up smoking—on his 40th birthday. He emphasized that both habits took up too much space in his life and said he doesn’t miss them at all.