Anni-Frid Lyngstad I Age 76
Born in Bjørkåsen to a Norwegian mother and a German father, Anni-Frid Lyngstad grew up in Torshalla and started her first solo career as a jazz singer through a talent competition called New Faces. She won the competition with her song, En ledig dag. Although Lyngstad had moderate success in Sweden, as she was a contestant for Melodifestivalen with her song Härlig är vår jord, she did not reach international fame until she joined ABBA.
Anni-Frid married Ragnar Fredriksson, with whom she had two children; however, they soon separated. Lyngstad lives in Switzerland, sharing a home with her British partner, Henry Smith.
Rebecca De Mornay, Born in 1959 – Risky Business
American actress and producer, Rebecca De Mornay’s career was always going to be successful. Still, it rose to prominence after her breakthrough role in the ’80s film ‘Risky Business’ alongside now superstar, Tom Cruise.
Since then, Rebecca has gone on to feature in several films and television shows. She even starred in a music video for the soft rock band ‘Starship!’ Now, she’s still expanding her already impressive resume in her sixties. We look forward to seeing what more she has in store for us in the years to come!
Agnetha Faltskog I Age 72
Agnetha started singing in a dance band called Bernt Enghardts. After that, Agnetha was mainly occupied by her work with ABBA. During this period, she also released her Swedish-language solo album Elva kvinnor I ett hus. Over time, Agnetha became romantically involved with Björn Ulvaeus and got married. The pair staged a cabaret show with Björn’s songwriter partner, Benny Andersson, and his fiancée, Anni-Frid Lyngstad.
In 2013, Agnetha released her album A, including tracks like the duet with Garry Barlow, I, Should’ve Followed You Home and When You Loved Someone. However, she could not sustain her marriage for long. Currently, she lives in Stockholm County with her son and grandchildren.
Barbara Mandrell, Born in 1948 – Burning Rage
Music star Barbara Mandrell broke the mold as a country singer. Her career culminated in her being the first person to win the illustrious and coveted ‘CMA’ entertainer of the year award, not once, but two years in a row! A prodigious achievement held only by her.
Barbara stepped out of the limelight in 2000 and is still held in high regard by her former colleagues and peers. Although she says that she misses the spotlight, she made the right choice and has been spending quality time with her family ever since.
Wanda Jackson, Born in 1937- Right or Wrong
Wanda Jackson is a retired singer, songwriter, and guitarist who was a successful artist in the industry. In the mid-50s-60s, she gained massive popularity from the audience and was called Queen of Rockabilly or the First Lady of Rockabilly. Her main focus was country music which included many hit songs, “Right or Wrong”, and “A Woman Lives for Love,”. By 2009, Wanda was honored in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Early Influence.
Later she announced her retirement from performing in 2019. Wanda was involved in a romantic relationship with her manager, Wendell Goodman, having two children together. Before her husband’s death, she lived in Oklahoma City.
