Abba in mourning – former manager is dead

The iconic Swedish band Abba is mourning the loss of their former manager, Görel Hanser, who passed away at the age of 76. The four members of the group shared the somber news on their official Instagram account, conveying the profound impact of her death.

"It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce that Görel Hanser has passed away," the band stated. "We have lost our most beloved friend and closest colleague. The loss is immeasurable."

Hanser began her career in the music industry in the 1960s as an assistant to Stikkan Anderson, Abba's initial manager. After the band parted ways with Anderson in the 1980s, Hanser stepped into the role of manager herself. She became a crucial figure, working closely with the members to cultivate the vast empire that Abba built around their music and various projects.

Beyond her professional relationship, Hanser was married to photographer Anders Hanser, who captured many of the classic images of Abba during the 1970s. Her passing marks the end of a significant era for the band, losing not only a business partner but a long-standing friend and confidante.

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It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce that Görel Hanser has passed away. We have lost our most beloved friend and closest colleague. The loss is immeasurable.