Amanda Jenssen Returns to Music After Decade-Long Hiatus Due to Mother's Alzheimer's

Amanda Jenssen, the Swedish singer who rose to fame at 19 through 'Idol', recently ended a ten-year break from her music career caused by her mother’s Alzheimer's disease and related health complications. Jenssen shared in an interview on SVT's 'Carina Bergfeldt' that her mother’s illness, which included epilepsy, required constant vigilance and care. This experience severely affected Jenssen’s own health — notably, her lung capacity dropped to just 33 percent during this time, making her own well-being deeply dependent on her mother’s condition. Jenssen described this period as a constant struggle, saying, "Every day was a fight." Two years ago, her mother passed away, which allowed Jenssen to resume her passion for music. She has since released a new single titled "Mother’s love conquers all," marking her comeback and reflecting the emotional journey she endured. This personal story highlights the profound impact of caregiving on caregivers’ health and the resilience required to return to one’s career after such hardship.