Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after attending brother King Harald's funeral
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.
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- ✓ 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.
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The Royal Court provided the specific date and location for the funeral services.
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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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- Town & Country Magazine — Princess Astrid Makes a Rare Appearance at Her Younger Brother King Harald’s Funeral
- 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
- BBC — Princess Astrid of Norway: Norway Princess Astrid die two days afta she go her broda King Harald burial
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