Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after attending brother King Harald's funeral
King Haakon of Norway ended a mourning period on Friday, October 9, 2026, following two family deaths. The period followed the passing of Princess Astrid, who died on September 11, 2022, at age 94. Princess Astrid's death occurred two days after she attended the funeral of her brother, King Harald V. The Royal Palace previously reported that the Princess's rescue chihuahua, Wilma, died a few days after her owner. King Haakon has expressed gratitude to those who participated in the funeral processions.
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- ✓ Princess Astrid died on September 11, 2022, at age 94.
- ✓ Princess Astrid died two days after attending the funeral of her brother, King Harald V.
- ✓ The Norwegian royal house announced the death of Princess Astrid.
- ✓ King Haakon ended a mourning period on Friday, October 9, 2026, after two family deaths.
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King Haakon officially ended the mourning period on October 9, 2026.
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King Haakon concludes mourning for Princess Astrid and family members
King Haakon of Norway ended a mourning period on Friday, October 9, 2026, following two family deaths. The period followed the passing of Princess Astrid, who died on September 11, 2022, at age 94. Princess Astrid's death occurred two days after she attended the funeral of her brother, King Harald V. The Royal Palace previously reported that the Princess's rescue chihuahua, Wilma, died a few days after her owner. King Haakon has expressed gratitude to those who participated in the funeral processions.
Why it matters
The sequence of deaths within the Norwegian royal family created a period of concentrated grief for the monarchy. Princess Astrid was a prominent member of the house, and her death closely followed that of the former monarch, King Harald V.
What is confirmed
- Princess Astrid died on September 11, 2022, at age 94.
- Princess Astrid died two days after attending the funeral of her brother, King Harald V.
- The Norwegian royal house announced the death of Princess Astrid.
- King Haakon ended a mourning period on Friday, October 9, 2026, after two family deaths.
Still unconfirmed
- Princess Astrid's funeral was held on September 23, 2022, at Ris Church in Oslo.
- The Royal Palace confirmed that Princess Astrid's rescue chihuahua, Wilma, died a few days after her owner.
What to watch next
- Further official statements from the Norwegian Royal Family regarding royal duties
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Norway's Princess Astrid dies at 94
Princess Astrid of Norway died on September 11, 2022, at age 94, two days after attending her brother King Harald V's funeral. Her funeral was held on September 23, 2022, at Ris Church in Oslo. The Royal Palace confirmed that her rescue chihuahua, Wilma, also died a few days after her owner.
Why it matters
The Norwegian monarchy is experiencing a significant change with the loss of two prominent siblings. Princess Astrid's death marks the end of an era for the royal family. King Harald V's recent health issues have also drawn attention to the future of the monarchy.
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Norwegian Royal Family Mourns Princess Astrid Following King Harald's Death
Princess Astrid of Norway died on September 11 at age 94, two days after attending the funeral of her younger brother, King Harald V. Her funeral was held at Ris Church in Oslo on September 23, attended by King Haakon, Queen Mette-Marit, and Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra. Following the princess's death, the Royal Palace confirmed that her beloved rescue chihuahua, Wilma, also died a few days after her owner. The loss of both siblings marks the end of a significant era for the Norwegian monarchy.
Why it matters
King Harald V died at age 89 two weeks prior to his sister's passing. The royal family is now navigating a period of mourning for two senior members of the dynasty. This sequence of deaths has left King Haakon in a prominent leadership role during the funeral rites.
What is confirmed
- Princess Astrid died on September 11 at age 94.
- Princess Astrid's funeral took place at Ris Church in Oslo.
- King Haakon, Queen Mette-Marit, and Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra attended the funeral.
- King Harald V died at age 89 two weeks before Princess Astrid.
- Princess Astrid died two days after attending the funeral of King Harald V.
- Princess Astrid's rescue dog, Wilma, died days after the princess.
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Norwegian Royals Attend Funeral of Princess Astrid in Oslo
The Norwegian royal family, including the King, Queen, and heiress-to-the-throne Ingrid, gathered in Oslo on September 23 for the funeral of Princess Astrid. Astrid died on September 11 at age 94. Her death occurred two weeks after the passing of her younger brother, King Harald V, who was 89. The princess had attended her brother's funeral just two days before she died.
Why it matters
The rapid succession of deaths among the senior members of the royal family has created a period of intense mourning for Norway. The transition of royal assets is underway, with Queen Mette-Marit set to inherit the princess's tiara.
What is confirmed
- Princess Astrid died on September 11 at age 94.
- Princess Astrid's funeral was held on September 23 in Oslo.
- King Harald V died at age 89 two weeks before Princess Astrid.
- The King, Queen, and heiress-to-the-throne Ingrid attended the funeral.
What to watch next
- Official confirmation of the transfer of the princess's tiara to Queen Mette-Marit
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Princess Astrid of Norway to be buried September 23 in Oslo
Princess Astrid of Norway died on September 11 at age 94. The Royal Court announced her funeral will take place on September 23 in Oslo. Her death follows the recent passing of her younger brother, King Harald V, whom she attended the funeral of two days prior to her own death. The loss marks a rapid succession of deaths within the Norwegian royal family. Queen Mette-Marit is set to inherit the princess's tiara, and King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden has issued condolences.
Why it matters
Princess Astrid was the second daughter of King Olaf V. She maintained a significant role within the monarchy, similar to the role of Britain's Princess Anne.
What is confirmed
- Princess Astrid died on September 11 at age 94.
- The funeral for Princess Astrid is scheduled for September 23 in Oslo.
- Princess Astrid was the second daughter of King Olaf V and older sister of King Harald V.
What to watch next
- Funeral proceedings on September 23
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Norway Princess Astrid Dies at 94 After King Harald Funeral
Norway's Princess Astrid has died at the age of 94, just two days after attending the funeral of her younger brother, King Harald. Her death strikes the Norwegian royal family with a second major loss in rapid succession. Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf shared his condolences following the passing of the senior royal. Queen Mette-Marit inherits Princess Astrid's legendary tiara following the death.
Why it matters
The passing of Princess Astrid comes at a time of deep mourning for the Norwegian royal family following the death and funeral of King Harald. The rapid succession of royal deaths leaves the monarchy managing dual losses. Foreign leaders including Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf have offered formal condolences to the family.
What is confirmed
- Norway's Princess Astrid died at the age of 94.
- Her death occurred two days after attending the funeral of her younger brother, King Harald.
- Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf shared his condolences following her death.
- Queen Mette-Marit inherits Princess Astrid's legendary tiara.
What to watch next
- Official announcements regarding funeral arrangements and state burial details from the Norwegian Royal House.
- Statements from other international royal families regarding Princess Astrid's passing.
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- Reuters — Norway's Princess Astrid dies, aged 94, two days after king's funeral
- The Independent — Sister of Norway’s King Harald dies just days after attending late monarch’s funeral
- Sky News — Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after funeral of her brother, the late King Harald
- Marie Claire — The Norwegian Royal Family Experiences Another Major Family Death Just Two Days After King Harald’s Funeral
- Euronews.com — Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after funeral of brother King Harald
- BBC — Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after attending brother King Harald's funeral
- USA Today — Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after brother King Harald's funeral
- Yahoo — Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf Shares His Condolences Following the Death of Princess Astrid of Norway
- The Daily Beast — Royal Family Rocked by Death Just Days After King’s Funeral
- HOLA — Princess Astrid of Norway dies at 94, just two days after King Harald’s funeral
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