Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after funeral of brother King Harald
Princess Astrid of Norway died on September 11 at age 94, shortly after the funeral of her brother, King Harald V. The Royal Court has scheduled her funeral for September 23 in Oslo. Astrid was the second daughter of King Olaf V. The royal family is managing this loss while still mourning the late monarch. Regional leaders, including Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf, have sent condolences. Queen Mette-Marit has inherited the princess's royal tiara, an heirloom that remained in the family for over a century.
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- ✓ Princess Astrid of Norway died on September 11 at age 94.
- ✓ The funeral of Princess Astrid will take place on September 23 in Oslo.
- ✓ Princess Astrid was the second daughter of King Olaf V and the older sister of King Harald V.
What changed
The Royal Court announced the funeral date and location for Princess Astrid.
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Norway to hold funeral for Princess Astrid on September 23
Princess Astrid of Norway died on September 11 at age 94, shortly after the funeral of her brother, King Harald V. The Royal Court has scheduled her funeral for September 23 in Oslo. Astrid was the second daughter of King Olaf V. The royal family is managing this loss while still mourning the late monarch. Regional leaders, including Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf, have sent condolences. Queen Mette-Marit has inherited the princess's royal tiara, an heirloom that remained in the family for over a century.
Why it matters
The death of Princess Astrid follows the recent passing of King Harald V, leaving the Norwegian monarchy in a period of intense mourning. Astrid held a significant role within the royal family as the older sister of the late king. Her passing marks the loss of another senior member of the House of Glücksburg.
What is confirmed
- Princess Astrid of Norway died on September 11 at age 94.
- The funeral of Princess Astrid will take place on September 23 in Oslo.
- Princess Astrid was the second daughter of King Olaf V and the older sister of King Harald V.
What to watch next
- The funeral service on September 23
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- www.yahoo.com — Princess Astrid of Norway, sister of King Harald V who died two days after his funeral
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- www.europesays.com — Funeral details announced for Norway’s Princess Astrid
- www.newsinenglish.no — Princess Astrid’s funeral set
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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, passing away just two days after attending the funeral of her brother, the late King Harald. The Norwegian royal family faces this second major family death while grief over the monarch's passing remains fresh. Tributes and condolences have begun arriving from regional counterparts, including Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf. Following her death, her historic royal tiara has changed hands, with Queen Mette-Marit inheriting the heirloom after it remained in the family for more than a century.
Why it matters
The loss of Princess Astrid strikes the Norwegian royal household in rapid succession following the death and funeral of King Harald. Royal successions and mourning periods often prompt heightened public attention regarding the distribution of historic jewels and estates. International monarchies frequently share public expressions of sympathy during such dual tragedies.
What is confirmed
- Norway's Princess Astrid died at the age of 94.
- Her death occurred two days after the funeral of her brother, King Harald.
- Queen Mette-Marit inherited Princess Astrid's royal tiara.
- Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf shared his condolences following her death.
What to watch next
- Official announcements from the Norwegian royal household regarding funeral arrangements for Princess Astrid
- Further details on the transition of royal patronages and additional asset distributions
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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
- The Daily Beast — Royal Family Rocked by Death Just Days After King’s Funeral
- Yahoo — Princess Astrid’s legendary tiara changes hands after more than a century: Queen Mette-Marit inherits the royal jewel
- Town & Country Magazine — Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf Shares His Condolences Following the Death of Princess Astrid of Norway
- New York Post — Norway’s Princess Astrid dead at 94 — two days after attending brother King Harald’s funeral
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