Ulrika Jonsson Flaunts Toned Figure in White Bikini During UK Heatwave, Reveals Sobriety Has Made Sex ‘Harder to Get Into’ After 13 Months
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Ulrika Jonsson Flaunts Toned Figure in Bikini, Opens Up About Sobriety and Sex Life
[Image: Ulrika Jonsson poses in a white bikini, caption: "Ulrika, 57, stuns in a halterneck bikini during the heatwave."]
Ulrika Jonsson, 57, turned heads with sizzling Instagram snaps of herself in a skimpy white bikini amid the UK heatwave. The former Gladiators star shared mirror selfies and garden lounging photos, showcasing her toned physique. Her playful pup Hank photobombed the shots, prompting her to joke, “Sit where you like, Hank—make yourself comfortable!”
The candid photos coincided with her revealing interview on Spencer Matthews’ Untapped podcast, where she discussed her 13-month sobriety journey and its impact on her sex life. Ulrika admitted that while sobriety has made dating “harder” without alcohol as a “social lubricant,” sober intimacy feels “more enjoyable.” She quipped, “Men are less attractive when you’re sober, but the experience is better.”
[Image: Ulrika smiles on a sun lounger, caption: "The star credits sobriety for her newfound peace and self-acceptance."]
Now alcohol-free for over a year, Ulrika insists she’ll never drink again. “I’ve found nothing attractive about booze anymore,” she said, reflecting on overcoming initial cravings. Though she acknowledges the temptation of “one glass of wine,” she refuses to risk relapse: “My default setting can’t be alcohol when life gets tough.”
Her sobriety journey has also reshaped her self-perception. Once plagued by anger and insecurity, she now starts each day with a gratitude list. “I thought I was a failure, but now I’m tapping into the person I didn’t think existed,” she shared. Therapy and AA meetings (three weekly, even on holidays) have been pivotal. “Sobriety is my priority—it lets me be there for my kids,” said the mother of four.
[Image: Ulrika laughs in a candid shot, caption: "The star admits sober dating is challenging but rewarding."]
Ulrika also opened up about her evolving sex life. While she craves more intimacy, she finds sober connections require deeper effort. “Sex is harder to ‘facilitate’ without a drink, but it’s worth it,” she laughed. Despite the challenges, she’s embracing her freedom: “My kids are independent now—I’m ready to live fully.”
From battling self-doubt to finding inner peace, Ulrika’s transformation is striking. “I didn’t think I’d make it this far,” she admitted, referencing her father’s early death. “Now, I’m discovering strengths I never knew I had.”
With humor and honesty, Ulrika proves it’s never too late for reinvention—one sober day at a time.
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