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Who is Norway's new King Haakon VIII?

Who is Norway's new King Haakon VIII?

Haakon becomes the king at a turbulent time for Norway's monarchy.

August 28, 2026 at 10:37 AM Original source
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Notable Quotes

"I am so lucky that Crown Prince Haakon is the one who will carry this forward."

— King Harald V , Other

Key People

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Crown Princess Ingrid AlexandraOther

At age 22, she becomes Norway's crown princess and heir to the throne.

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King Haakon VIIIOther

Haakon becomes the king of Norway following the death of his father, King Harald V.

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King Harald VOther

King Harald V is the reigning monarch of Norway.

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Mette-MaritCelebrity

She is the crown princess of Norway and mother of Marius Borg Høiby.

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Princess Märtha LouiseOther

The older sister of King Haakon VIII.

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Trond Norén IsaksenAcademic

Historian providing insights about King Haakon VIII.

Locations

norway Kristiansand, Norway

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crown princess haakon viii harald v monarchy norway royalty scandal

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Who is Norway's new King Haakon VIII?
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Haakon becomes the king at a turbulent time for Norway's monarchy.

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