Recently, Astrid Jacobsen announced her pregnancy with her life partner, Imgebprg Djupnes.
Jacobsen, 37, is a Norwegian former cross-country skier and a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Highlights
- Astrid Jacobsen is expecting a child with her life partner, Imgebrg Djupnes.
- A former Norwegian skier, Jacobsen came out as a lesbian in 2022.
- Jacobsen is currently serving as a doctor.
One of her most outstanding achievements is winning a gold medal in sprint at the 2007 World Championships.
She succeeded early in 2013, securing second place in the Tour de Ski on January 6.
However, on April 22, 2020, she announced her retirement from cross-country skiing in favor of medical treatment.
Astrid Jacobsen Announced Her Pregnancy Through Her Social Media Handle
A former cross-country skier, Astrid Jacobsen, shared the good news on May 1, 2024, that she is expecting a child.
She took to her official Instagram handle to announce her pregnancy. She captioned,
We are expanding the herd!
Astrid Jacobsen
Soon, her fans rushed to the comment section to pour their lovely messages and congratulations. In particular, her former Norwegian national team teammates greeted the news joyfully.
Congratulations, said Therese Johaug, with whom Astrid skied for years.
Biathlonist Marte Olsbu Röiseland and Suzann “Tutta” Pettersen, well-known on golf courses, also commented on Jacobsen’s news.
Moreover, Jacobsen thanked everyone who had poured their lovely messages through Instagram.
Thanks for all the nice messages and comments! The form has been so-so 🤢, but it is said that the prize is worth it
Astrid Jacobsen
In addition, she keeps traveling to different places to get fresh air, remain healthy, and have a better physique. On June 12, 2024, she posted a photo of her pet dog roaming the lakes with the caption,
Even when the physique is a little worse and the pregnant body heavier, fresh air contributes to better balance 🤰 No wonder I always return!
Astrid Jacobsen
Astrid Uhrenholdt Jacobsen Talked About Her Lesbianism
Astrid Jacobsen, who has achieved 11 prestigious medals, openly talked about her sexual orientation on her social media handle. On July 3, 2022, she posted a photo on Instagram saying,
Love overwhelms when you least expect it, like one of life’s most beautiful mysteries. Love is also brutal and merciless. Now it makes me feel abandoned, lost and alone.
Astrid Jaacobsen
She said that the momentum for the announcement came from the mass sho*ting that took place in Oslo on the Midsummer weekend, which took place outside a well-known gay bar.
As a result of the incident that caused the tragic passing of two people and injured several others, the local pride parade was canceled. Jacob wrote,
After days of shock and paralysis caused by the acts of anger and violence in the streets of Oslo, I have admitted that I myself might be the target of such absurdity. Because I love the same sex,
Astrid Jacobsen
Astrid said she was not driven by shame or fear to stay in the closet. But, still, only her close circle has known about her sexuality.
Moreover, Jacobson continued by saying that by coming out publicly as a lesbian, she wanted to improve her life.
She also described how her current love opened new doors for her. However, the former successful skier now works as a doctor.
Additional Information
- Astrid Jacobsen has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million as of 2024.
- Jacobsen was born to her father, Frede, and her mother, Britt Uhrenholdt Jacobsen. Both of her parents are doctors.
- She has one sister, Sten Anders Jacobsen, a Norwegian skier.
