Former World’s Strongest Man, Thor Bjornsson, reveals devastating news of his baby daughter’s stillbirth

 

Icelandic strongman Thor Bjornsson has revealed the heartbreaking news that his daughter, Grace, was stillborn. In a joint statement with his partner Kelsey Henson, shared on social media, the couple announced the sad event and requested privacy during this difficult time.

The statement conveyed, “T.W stillbirth/delayed miscarriage. It is with great sorrow that we announce the birth of our daughter, Grace Morgan Hafthorsdottir born Nov 8th at 21 1/2 weeks gestation.” It went on to explain that, after a noticeable decrease in movement, they discovered that Grace’s heart had stopped beating.

Despite the profound grief, the couple expressed their overwhelming love for their daughter, describing her as “absolutely beautiful, with blonde lashes and brows and a little smile for mom and dad.” They acknowledged the enduring pain of the loss but also highlighted the lasting love that will remain.

The statement concluded with a plea for privacy as they navigate this difficult period, thanking supporters for their kind words and understanding. Fans responded with messages of sympathy and support, with one expressing condolences and another praising the couple’s bravery in sharing their pain.

“As a father who has gone through a similar situation,” one supporter empathetically shared, “I just want to tell you that the pain will sting for a while, but you and your family will make it through.” The message offered hope for healing and emphasized the importance of sharing their story, offering solidarity to others who may be experiencing similar grief.

In the realm of human strength, 34-year-old Bjornsson has carved a formidable legacy as Iceland’s strongest man, clinching the coveted title on multiple occasions. His journey reached a pinnacle at the World’s Strongest Man competition, where he secured his first podium finish in 2012, ultimately triumphing in 2018.

Beyond the rugged terrain of strongman contests, he is a familiar face to avid TV enthusiasts as ‘The Mountain’ in the acclaimed series Game of Thrones. Expanding his cinematic footprint, he took on a role in the 2022 film The Northman, under the direction of Robert Eggers.

Adding another dimension to his prowess, Bjornsson ventured into the boxing ring in 2020, engaging in a much-anticipated clash with former strongman rival Eddie Hall two years later. The event, coined ‘The Mountain vs the Beast,’ concluded in Bjornsson’s favour, securing a unanimous decision victory.