Björn Ulvaeus
Björn Kristian Ulvaeus (credited as Björn Ulvæus Swedish pronunciation: [bjœːɳ ɵlˈveːɵs]; born 25 April 1945)[1] is a Swedish songwriter, producer, a former member of the Swedish musical group ABBA (1972–1982), and co-composer of the musicals Chess, Kristina från Duvemåla, and Mamma Mia!. He co-produced the movie Mamma Mia! with fellow ABBA member and close friend Benny Andersson.
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Born | Björn Kristian Ulvaeus 25 April 1945 |
Nationality | Swedish |
Alma mater | Lund University |
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Years active | 1963–present |
Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
Spouse(s) | Lena Källersjö (m. 1981) |
Children | 4, including Linda and Peter Christian Ulvaeus |
Parent(s) | Aina Ulvaeus Erik Gunnar Ulvaeus |
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References
- Come out and vote! at YouTube, Ulvaeus pronounces his name at 0:08, Retrieved 31 May 2017
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