Meet Greta Thunberg's younger, pop-star sister
New York Post • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Beata MonaLisa, known as Bea and younger sister of climate activist Greta Thunberg, is establishing her own identity as a singer and artist, distinct from her sister's activism.
- At 20 years old, Bea is a self-trained vocalist with a jazz-influenced style, who has faced bullying for her talents but continues to pursue music passionately, working on a pro-queer, anti-macho debut album focused on identity and female empowerment.
- Bea’s recent cover of Édith Piaf’s "Hymne à l’amour" has garnered attention, and she has been writing songs since age 13, emphasizing authenticity and connection with a niche fan base that shares her values and humor.
- She distances herself from her sister’s public activism, stating she is not responsible for others’ lives, and defines success as personal fulfillment rather than widespread fame.
- Bea also challenges industry norms, noting the control some male producers attempt to exert over her singing, and embraces her provocative, outspoken nature as part of her artistic identity.
