After King Harald V’s death, what comes next for Norway’s scandal-prone royals?
” In his first comments following the death of his father, Haakon thanked the Norwegian people for their “support and compassion for the Royal Family during this time.” Harald’s death was officially announced at an extraordinary Council of State meeting at Norway’s Royal Palace on Friday, as the full title of the new King was formally presented.
Norway’s new King Haakon VIII will be hoping that sentiment rings true following the death of his father, King Harald who died Friday after 35 years on the throne, marking the latest blow for a family reeling from scandal.
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