Linn Berggren Biography: Parents, Spouse, Awards, Songs, Age, Net Worth, Wikipedia, Parents

Linn Berggren, born Malin Sofia Katarina Berggren, is a Swedish singer-songwriter and former member of the iconic 1990s pop band Ace of Base.

Known for her contralto voice and vibrant vibrato, she was the lead vocalist for hits like “All That She Wants” and “The Sign.”

A private figure, she stepped away from fame after 1997, choosing a quiet life in Gothenburg, Sweden, while leaving a lasting legacy in pop music.

Profile

• Full Name: Malin Sofia Katarina Berggren
• Stage Name: Linn Berggren
• Born: October 31, 1970
• Age: 54 years old
• Birthplace: Gothenburg, Sweden
• Nationality: Swedish
• Occupation: Singer-Songwriter, Former Teacher
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. Göran Berggren and Mrs. Birgitta Berggren
• Siblings: Jenny Berggren (sister), Jonas Berggren (brother)
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Unknown
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life & Education

Linn Berggren was born on October 31, 1970, in Gothenburg, Sweden, to Göran Berggren, an X-ray technician who played flute, and Birgitta Berggren, a homemaker.

Raised in a musical, middle-class family, she grew up with her older brother, Jonas, and younger sister, Jenny.

Of Swedish nationality and ethnicity, Linn was immersed in music from childhood, singing in her church choir and practicing violin.

Her family’s Christian upbringing shaped her early years, though her personal religious beliefs remain undisclosed.

In 1994, a traumatic incident occurred when a German fan, Manuela Behrendt, invaded the Berggren family home, targeting Linn but attacking Jenny and their mother with a knife.

Linn studied at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, training to become a high school teacher before pursuing music full-time.

She also attended university to study Judaism, as noted in a 2006 interview by bandmate Ulf Ekberg, reflecting her intellectual curiosity.

Her education was paused when Ace of Base signed with Mega Records in 1990, shifting her focus to music.

Career

Linn Berggren co-founded Ace of Base in 1987 with her siblings Jonas and Jenny and friend Ulf Ekberg, initially as the techno band Tech Noir.

Signed to Mega Records in 1990, their debut album, Happy Nation (re-released as The Sign in the U.S.), sold over 20 million copies worldwide, driven by hits like “All That She Wants,” “The Sign,” and “Don’t Turn Around,” where Linn’s contralto vocals were central.

She was the principal lead vocalist for early singles and a focal point in music videos, though she shared leads with Jenny on tracks like “The Sign.” Linn influenced the band’s sound, notably insisting that “All That She Wants” be reworked into a minor key.

For their second album, The Bridge (1995), Linn co-wrote and produced tracks like “Whispers in Blindness,” featuring her father’s flute under the pseudonym “Dr. X-Ray.”

However, she began stepping back due to discomfort with fame and vocal issues, exacerbated by the 1994 knife attack. By 1997, she performed only in the background, miming keyboards, as seen at the World Music Awards.

Her last public appearance was in 2002, and she left Ace of Base in 2007, as confirmed by Ulf Ekberg. She recorded backing vocals for Jenny’s band Arose in 2005 and contributed to Ace of Base’s Hidden Gems (2015).

Since leaving, Linn has lived privately, with no confirmed return to music, though unverified sources claim new solo projects in 2024, which lack substantiation.

Awards & Nominations

• 1994: Grammy Award, Best New Artist (Ace of Base) – Nominated
• 1994: European Music Award, Best Swedish Act (Ace of Base) – Won
• 1994: Swedish Grammis, Best Pop Group (Ace of Base) – Won
• 2014: Swedish Music Hall of Fame (Ace of Base) – Inducted

Social Media

She does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Linn Berggren, 54, is believed to reside in Gothenburg, Sweden, although unverified claims suggest she may live in Thisted, Denmark. Her height is not publicly documented.

A private individual, she has shared no details about her marital status, children, or relationships, unlike her bandmates Jonas (married with two children), Jenny (married with two children), and Ulf (three children).

The 1994 knife attack and her discomfort with fame led her to become reclusive, avoiding cameras and public appearances after 1997.

She is multilingual, fluent in Swedish, English, and German, with some proficiency in Spanish, Russian, and French.

Linn enjoys painting and singing privately, and her brother Jonas confirmed in 2015 that she leads a peaceful life with no interest in fame. Her reserved nature and artistic spirit continue to intrigue fans, who respect her choice for privacy.

Net Worth

Linn Berggren’s net worth is estimated at $1 million to $5 million.

Her wealth stems from her time with Ace of Base, whose albums sold over 50 million copies, royalties from hits like “All That She Wants,” and contributions to The Bridge and Hidden Gems.

Discography

• Happy Nation/The Sign (1992-1993) – Album (Lead vocals on “All That She Wants,” “The Sign,” “Don’t Turn Around,” etc.)
• The Bridge (1995) – Album (Co-wrote “Whispers in Blindness,” shared vocals)
• Flowers/Cruel Summer (1998) – Album (Background vocals)
• Da Capo (2002) – Album (Limited vocals)
• Hidden Gems (2015) – Album (Archival vocals)

Filmography

• The Bad Batch (2016) – Soundtrack (Ace of Base songs)
• The Hitman’s Bodyguard (2017) – Soundtrack (Ace of Base songs)
• Pitch Perfect (2012) – Soundtrack (Ace of Base songs)