Inger Lise Rypdal was surprised by the times in “live”: – Surrealist – VG

The “Every time we meet” on Friday goes down in history. In the middle of the program, which was recorded at the end of the summer, the Minister of Culture comes forward with a very special commission.

He will present the medal of merit to the king, and whoever is at the center of events knows nothing.

After Silya Nymoen (42) and Odd Nordstoga (47) had honored Inger Lise Rypdal with the song “Newly in love 70 years”, representatives of the king’s guard entered, followed by Abid Raja.

– In no way did I realize that it was about me. I was 100 percent surprised, Rypdal tells VG.

– In fact, it has not yet fully assimilated, because I have had to keep it a secret since the television recording, he laughs.

– Dear Inger Lise. This is an honor for a Minister of Culture, Raja opened the speech before continuing to praise how Rypdal has enriched Norwegian cultural life.

– For more than five decades you have through television and theater, but especially through music, hit people’s hearts and become one of the best. Therefore, it is my honor to be able to announce that His Majesty King Harald V wants you to receive the King’s Medal of Merit, Raja said.

He went on to say that the award is given to pioneering efforts in art and culture, or to someone who has made lifelong endeavors who can be an example to others.

– In your case, we can safely say that you meet both criteria, concluded the Minister of Culture.

Rypdal wiped away a few tears and hardly knew what to say.

– Thank you very much, Harald! he said humorously pointing at the king when he received the medal.

At the same time, he says that he regrets that his parents do not live and experience joy, because they would be very proud.

– It was so surreal that I hardly remember what was said right there, Rypdal tells VG about the presentation.

– I felt a mixture of shame, pride, gratitude, joy and shame.

– What does it mean to receive the award?

– It is a great honor that the Castle has said that it is willing to give me this. For me, who have been doing this for so long, it’s really fun to continue.

– When will you wear the medal?

– It should be May 17 and other great occasions where it is allowed to shower a little with the feathers. There must be some reverence.

Only the girlfriend and immediate family have heard the news.

– But now I’m ready to tell everyone, says Rypdal, who has two children from the marriage with Terje Rypdal, and is the grandmother of three.

Rypdal has been with television producer Kjetil Bie for (59) for almost six years. Falling in love with old age is one of the themes of “HGVM”, where he explains that “all that with age and love is just sitting here”, while pointing his head.

Rypdal tells VG that she and her boyfriend are having a great time together.

– It is not the case that if you fall in love, then everything goes by itself. But Kjetil and I have found peace and some common platforms. It is important to feel safe and for the relationship to grow.

In December, Rypdal turns 71. She believes that it must be the joy and enthusiasm for work and life that makes her feel good and “not fall asleep at the post office.”

– But it probably also has something to do with lifestyle and heritage. Some get old and “come out” a little in their 40s. There can be many reasons why someone loses the spark of life. It is important to keep the candle lit.

Being a part of “Every time we meet” again after five years was a joy for Rypdal. Everyone is generous with compliments and loves each other well. And his own performance was well received, especially by the VG critic, who gave him a roll of the dice for five reasons:

– Inger Lise Rypdal. Admittedly, Norway’s most vital 70-year-old pop singer has cheated a bit: “Shine On” is originally a 2011 song with German DJ duo RIO, which Madcon first released in a new version of the year. past. But it’s okay. Rypdal’s version is closer to the 80s, according to herself, but it sounds mostly timeless. A fairly ordinary song is picked up by a band and backup singers in their proper genre element and a Toten vital soul diva mastering the expression at her fingertips. A great achievement from an artist who apparently has many good years left in his career.

– No game critic. They all listen with a good ear. And then we avoid competition. Nobody is eliminated.

Despite his long sailing time, Rypdal still feels nervous before every performance. Especially in front of a small congregation like here.

– It is a very naked feeling to be in front of so few people and so close. In such a situation, it is important to dare to look at them and see the good that shines in the eyes.

She believes that it is precisely the intimacy that makes her overwhelm for so many.

– Emotions are almost outside the body, and that is why there are many tears.

When Rypdal turned 70 last year, the event was marked with the anniversary show “Inger Lise Rypdal 70 Years”. The plan was to go through all of 2020, but the pandemic put an end to it.

– Corona has taken many jobs from me. I can’t go to NAV either, because I’m retired. So I agree with those who think this is age discrimination. But I have done well. I hope to continue the tour this spring, he says optimistically.

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Here’s a look at some of Rypdal’s performances at the farm in 2015: