Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus and wife Lena split after 41 years together

Björn Ulvaeus and Lena issued a joint statement (Picture: Giacinta Pace/NBC NewsWire)

Abba star Björn Ulvaeus and his wife Lena have split after 40 years together.

The pair announced the news in a joint statement, explaining that they have remained close friends.

‘After many fine and eventful years, we have decided to divorce,’ they said in a statement to HuffPost.

‘We remain close and good friends and will continue to celebrate our grandchildren’s birthdays and other family celebrations together.’

More to come.