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Haakon VIII
Celebrity
Haakon VIII is the son of Harald V and has recently ascended the throne as the new king of Norway.
Notable Quotes
"Thank you for being such a good dad."View Story →
"Now it is my turn."View Story →
"We are in mourning, yet at the same time it brings comfort and strength that so many are grieving together with us."View Story →
"throughout her long life, Princess Astrid represented the Royal House in a warm and dutiful manner"View Story →
Related Stories
Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after attending brother King Harald's funeral
Princess Astrid "represented the Royal House in a warm and dutiful manner", the new king, Haakon VIII, said in a tribute to his aunt.
September 11, 2026Watch: Norway bids farewell to King Harald
Tens of thousands of people lined the streets to pay their respects after 13 days of national mourning.
September 9, 2026Norway's new king remembers 'my dear father' in first speech
Haakon VIII pays emotional tribute to his late father, Harald V, before outlining how he wishes to reign.
August 29, 2026Norway mourns King Harald as Haakon VIII ascends throne
Mourners gather outside the palace as royals, politicians and citizens remember a beloved king, whose son has adopted the family motto "all for norway".
August 28, 2026