Norway's Princess Astrid Dies at 94, Two Days After Brother King Harald's Funeral

Princess Astrid of Norway has died at the age of 94, just two days after the funeral of her brother, King Harald V. The Norwegian royal family and government officials have paid tribute to the late princess, who was known for her advocacy work.

11 Sept, 13:09 — 11 Sept, 13:46

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The death of Princess Astrid marks the end of the direct generation of children from King Olav V and Crown Princess Martha, significantly altering the composition of the Norwegian royal family. It highlights the recent consecutive losses of two senior members of the monarchy, transitioning the symbolic leadership entirely to the new reign of King Haakon VI. Her long-standing role as a key representative of the crown underscores the historical continuity and stability of the Norwegian monarchy through decades of change.

Key entitiesPrincess Astrid King Harald V King Haakon VI Jonas Gahr Støre Norwegian Royal Palace Norway

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Kurz nach Harald V.: Norwegens Prinzessin Astrid tot

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Norway's Princess Astrid dies, aged 94, two days after king's funeral

"Throughout her long life, Princess Astrid represented the Royal House in a warm and dutiful manner," King Haakon VIII said in the statement.

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Norway’s Princess Astrid dies, aged 94, two days after king’s funeral

Norway’s Princess Astrid, an older sister of the late King Harald, died on Friday at the age of 94, the royal palace said in a statement. Astrid’s brother Harald died last month, aged 89, after more than 35 years on the throne, and the princess made her last public appearance at his funeral on Wednesday. […]

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