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Mette-Marit Becomes Norway's Queen

The Norwegian Royal Palace has officially confirmed Mette-Marit, 53, as Queen of Norway following the death of King Harald V, aged 89, on Friday morning.

King Harald's Coffin Arrives at Palace

King Harald V of Norway died on 28 August 2026 at the age of 89, with his coffin transferred from hospital to the Royal Palace in Oslo the same evening.