Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Ilta-Sanomat

Podcast: Lauri Tähkä's daughter Minttu becomes a pop star – these warnings won't be forgotten

Singer Minttu Suo discusses the downsides of public life in an interview, reflecting on her struggles with privacy as the daughter of famous artist Lauri Tähkä.

In a recent episode of the 'Sana on vapaa' podcast, singer Minttu Suo opened up about her experiences growing up in the public eye as the daughter of popular Finnish artist Lauri Tähkä. She shared the emotional challenges that came with her father's fame, revealing that schoolmates would often remind her of things they read about her in the press. This scrutiny has left her with lasting trauma, complicating her relationship with her own desire to pursue a music career.

Minttu highlighted her father's advice in navigating the complexities of fame, noting how he has always told her that every profession has its drawbacks, with public life being particularly intense. As she considered pursuing her dream of becoming an artist, she faced a dilemma regarding her privacy. The pressure of constant public attention created significant uncertainty, making her question whether she could handle the potential loss of her private life.

The podcast host, Sointu Borg, probed Minttu on the warnings she received about the music industry. Minttu emphasized the importance of privacy in her family, which had always been a priority for them. Despite these concerns, she ultimately embraced her passion for music, demonstrating a determination to balance public expectations with her personal values and family dynamics.

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