Mar 7 • 05:00 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Ilta-Sanomat

When the parents divorced, Venla Edelmann blamed father Samuli - 'I refused to talk to dad for many months'

Venla Edelmann, a singer from a famous artistic family, shares her experiences of anxiety before performances and her complex relationship with her father following her parents' divorce.

In a recent interview, Venla Edelmann opened up about her experiences leading up to her performances, specifically during the filming of the show 'Tähdet, tähdet' which took place earlier this year. She described feeling an intense wave of nerves before taking the stage, fearing she might faint or vomit, but found that once she began performing, the anxiety dissipated, leading to a surprisingly enjoyable experience. This paradox of nervousness and eventual ease reflects both her artistic upbringing and personal resilience.

Venla, hailing from the notable Edelmann artistic family, is the daughter of singer and actor Samuli Edelmann and actress Laura Tuomarila. The pressure of this legacy, combined with her childhood experiences of performing for her family, has shaped her approach to music and performance. She reminisced about creating performances for her family as a child and her early music education in guitar and piano, although she admits to experiencing a rebellious phase during her teenage years that made her hesitant to pursue music actively at that time.

Despite this rebellious period, Venla's passion for music never truly faded and has resulted in her returning to creating her own songs. She spoke candidly about the impact of her parents' divorce on her relationships, particularly with her father, highlighting a period when she refused to speak to him for several months as she navigated her emotions during that challenging time. This personal journey showcases not only her growth as an artist but also her struggles with family dynamics, allowing her to connect more deeply with her audience through her art.

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