The tumor changed Marie’s life
Written by tevensso on February 10, 2008 to Marie Fredriksson. Source: TV4.
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In an open hearted interview with TV4's Lasse Bengtsson Marie Fredriksson reveals that the tumor took away her sight on the right eye. "I bump into things all the time, it takes a long time to get used to," Marie says to Lasse. Marie also says that she finally got a clean bill of health last summer, and that's when everything changed, she became a new person. When the cancer was at its worst Marie almost didn't have the energy to get out of bed, let alone write! "The worst thing was that I didn't even want to sing. It's definitely a kick to be back." However, these last years the singing and writing have been secondary to her new art form - drawing. Marie says it's a world of difference. "I've been singing all my life, I did that part already. This is the total freedom."
This time around Marie has used colors in her drawings, but confides in Lasse that she's already sick of colors and that she constantly goes back to charcoal. "It's different day to day" she giggles.
When Lasse asks about Roxette Marie says she lives in the now, and enjoys that immensely, but also tells him that she and Per discuss possible Roxette projects constantly. She definitely thinks that Roxette will do something in the future. The doors are still not closed. "Maybe something smaller, I mean the stages were so huge and I ran across them! I was crazy back then" Marie says and laughs.
Other articles with the same topic
- Marie to perform at Citytunneln inauguration (October 27, 2010)
- Marie pushes Roxette into prestigious Australian Countdown! (December 1, 2009)
- Marie Fredriksson turns 51 (May 31, 2009)
- Roxette reunion special to air on Nordic Rox; Marie special on Swedish P4 (May 28, 2009)
- Marie joins Per and band on stage in Amsterdam (May 7, 2009)
37 comments
onlywhenidream said on February 10, 2008 11:52:
this is the best news I have heard for AGES! Something new from Roxette at some point in the future is amazing. Thanks Marie x
mixella1 said on February 10, 2008 13:57:
She lost the site on her eye for good, or it;s only temporary? I think it all depends on the medications she is on before doing a project like Roxette new album, cause she needs her fully strength to sing powerful as before.
ket-ket said on February 10, 2008 15:10:
I’m sorry to hear about her eye sight,but she’s still strong and great,numerous people supporting her and wishing her health and happiness,whatever she’ll do,even give up singing. but I’m happy to hear I would have another chance to hear her singing in roxette,like in old times. I love you Marie and wish you the best.
PolicarpoAroca said on February 10, 2008 15:32:
Marie...don´t regret the old times. We all know you were crazy at those huge stages...but that´s what makes the difference between regular singers and the complete artist. And that´s how the music world and all your fans will remember you: at one of the best musical entertainer. But all above this, like a example of a big person. You are incomparable. I´m really emotioned...we all love you!!
roxju said on February 10, 2008 16:35:
Hi marie( hope you read this “Hi”) i told you guys!!!! somehting is about to happen, soon we will see that roxette is not over, cos in fact roxette have not been over since 1986! Go Roxette Make your best!
roxchilean said on February 10, 2008 19:55:
A great huge from a fans from chile..
we love you marie..go on..the life is good and nice..
That is what you teach us to all...
Thanks for all Marie.
ncurran said on February 10, 2008 22:04:
Can’t wait for the Roxette comeback (whenever that may be). I’m excited that she mentions touring actually, as although I thought they may make another album at some point I didnt think they would tour again. It’s great that marie feels so healthy and seems so happy
Jasper said on February 10, 2008 22:44:
Im so glad to hear that maree is happy and contented with her life. She deserves all the happyness in the world. To be contented in her life is a fantastic thing. The freedom she now describes must be an absolutley amazing experience for her.
And she must be feeling re energized to be talking about Roxette again, saying
. “She definitely thinks that Roxette will do something in the future. The doors are still not closed. “Maybe something smaller, I mean the stages were so huge and I ran across them! I was crazy back then”.
This indicates to me she must just be feeling something she has’nt felt in a long time.
Well I have to say with this news about Maree, and for Roxette, Its made my day.
I wish her all the best, and I now have a Roxette future hopefully to listen to.
All the best guys.
7-Twenty-7 said on February 10, 2008 23:12:
I don’t think she lost her voice due to the illness or the medication she has been taking. It started long time ago, in the middle 90’s. So I am afraid the power of her voice will never come back again. It’s not the same when you are 50.
I still don’t get what’s new here. She said almost the same when her first exhibition took place (that the illness is gone, the doors are still open for Roxette and so on). This doesn’t make my day after all, she didn’t say anything we did not know.
rox-kuryliw said on February 11, 2008 00:12:
LOL what a lovely article ;- ) nothing more to add.
Although i could see a tour in the way that MTV unplugged was shot.
AURYTE said on February 11, 2008 05:28:
I think, neither of us can imagine what long way Marie had to go till she got healthy and happy. She lost the sight of her right eye! But I know Marie, that you are the fighter. I really hope to see you and Per together as Roxette! Yes, you are a crazy performer. No one can beat you on stage!
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Jud (moderator) said on February 11, 2008 05:43:
of course such agressive medicine affects the voice and every other part of your body.
I remember reading about cancer treatment Melissa Etheridge went through as well. She mentioned after some weeks of chemo/radiotherapy she felt her voice was affected and also her fingers (to play guitar) so she requested the doctors to change the therapy as she couldn’t imagine herself not singing/playing ever again.
I suppose it wasn’t different for Marie.
Sunshine-Marie :)
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RobS said on February 11, 2008 08:59:
Nice article.Terrible to hear about her losing her sight in her right eye, up till now it’s always been said she had troubles seeing etc.
Marie seems to be really happy with where she is right now, which is great. The fact that she is willing to work with Rox again is a bonus. Even moreso how Marie seems to always talk of touring?!
Interesting how they’re discussing possible projects constantly? I wonder who is pushing more?
I guess now they’re just trying to find the right time and material to put something together?
bunny2 said on February 11, 2008 09:39:
oh what great news!!!! ;-)
Marie you are so strong and I am soooo proud of being your fan since ages!
WE ALL LOVE YOU FOREVER!!!
tatti said on February 11, 2008 11:33:
Marie, you are a fighter, a real role model, we are so proud of you! I am so glad to read that you feel contented and enjoy life. Whatever you do, you reveal yourself as a great person to admire. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU ARE DOING FOR US FANS. A lot of love and warm feelings from Russia always.
Nati80 said on February 11, 2008 12:50:
Marie, I’m so happy to hear from you!!! We are all here to support you in everything. Keep fighting, you are so strong! We love you!!! _
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roxettemalin said on February 11, 2008 13:48:
Really great news. Hope they will do something this year!
JC-Gina said on February 11, 2008 14:26:
Does anyone noticed that marie has a problem with her saliva, she cleans her mouth all the time. During all the interview i could hear her mouth all the time... I hope hear news from roxette soon... Good Luck Marie
christian said on February 11, 2008 15:15:
I always said: The hope dies at last for roxtte. Thank´s Marie for this great news.
Rox alive!!!
Christian
Rousseau said on February 11, 2008 17:57:
If she will ever do something again with ROXETTE, I hope, that she will take all the time she needs and doesn´t hurry, just to please the waiting fans. Her health is much more important than another ROX-song!!!!
Kathrin said on February 11, 2008 20:46:
Thanx for the Great News! Marie Rocks!!!
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mixella1 said on February 11, 2008 20:58:
@jc-gina probably because of her medicine that she’s taking. But still after all that hell that she has been through she look wonderful and peaceful .
Go on Marie! Make whatever you like and that interview was really the best.
mixella1 said on February 11, 2008 21:52:
http://www.roxette.ro/en/node/693 here you can watch it if you like
AURYTE said on February 12, 2008 05:14:
I have to say it one more time: Marie looks amazing! I doubt I have seen her happier than she is on this pic. Welcome back, Marie!
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randall said on February 12, 2008 16:17:
Marie: whatever you’d do with roxette (no matter how smaller) is gonna be the biggest thing for your fans. We all wish you enjoy every project you’re involved.
Anarem said on February 13, 2008 04:07:
Another reason to love Marie– the woman grabs life by the gonads, and doesn’t let go.
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“Où sont mes pantalons?”
first girl on t... said on February 13, 2008 18:52:
Who cares if she is jumping on stage or not. The best thing about Marie is that she radiates love and positive energy. And this is so genuine and people feel it. That is her strength and her magic. WE LOVE YOU MARIE!!!
pgahiwatt said on February 18, 2008 21:13:
I agree.Some people are just so selfish and dont realise what she’s been through-they just want bigger,better and more all the time.As far as i am concerned,anything new is a bonus,as long as it’s worth doing.I was not too fussed about ’One Wish’-to me it seemed like a bit of a fan husher and a tune to accompany the Rox Box/20th anniversary release-in fact i thought it was quite weak in comparison to some of Per’s previous works.My point is,if anything new comes along,i hope it is 100% because they WANT to,not because they feel they NEED to or are pestered to do so.I would just like the Abbey Road ’95 sessions,myself as promised for the ’Box’.The snippet of ’The Look’ on the doco sounded great.Peace and Love to you all.
AURYTE said on February 20, 2008 18:06:
@pgahiwatt: well said!
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SilverBloo said on February 20, 2008 23:11:
My respect for this woman just keeps on growing.
Until I saw this post I had no idea that she’d been half-blinded.
Marie, you’re worth a dozen of all of us - put together.
Love, love, love,
SB
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diana christian said on February 21, 2008 10:01:
i just can say..be strong Marie, i know its hard. when i read this news..i cant believe it...and im sad. but i trust u can be strong...go Marie and go Roxette...!!!!
with luv from all ur fans in Jakarta, Indonesia
pepevaros said on May 31, 2008 19:24:
OMG!! that’s terrible... but I’m glad that Roxette still exist...They are THE BEST band ever....
Robbie said on February 10, 2008 11:40:
Oh my God, she lost her sight on the right eye... I am so shocked...