Norway's King Harald Dies Aged 89
Monarch’s death comes at turbulent time for royal family over association of crown princess with Jeffrey Epstein
TL;DR
- King Harald V of Norway, the continent's longest-reigning monarch, has died at age 89.
- His son, King Haakon VIII, will take the throne.
- The King's death occurs during a period of controversy for the royal family, particularly concerning Crown Princess Mette-Marit's past association with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Harald V, who reigned since 1991, was celebrated for his commitment to national unity and modernization of the monarchy.
- Recent scandals, including Mette-Marit's correspondence with Epstein and Marius Borg Høiby's legal issues, have impacted public support for the monarchy.