Norway’s King Harald dies aged 89: A beloved monarch buffeted by family crises
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- The late king, who reigned for 35 years, broke with tradition by marrying a commoner and was widely loved by Norwegians.
- Haakon becomes the king at a turbulent time for Norway's monarchy.
- Anne Lindboe, the mayor of Norway's capital, had planned to marry her fiance on Friday.
- Norwegians grieved a monarch who remained popular despite scandals involving the royal family. His death marks a new era for the country.
- His 35-year reign opened an ancient monarchy to marriages with so-called commoners and to an incendiary association with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Crown Prince Haakon, the only son of King Harald V, will become monarch, a largely ceremonial and symbolic role.
- Haakon VIII pays emotional tribute to his late father, Harald V, before outlining how he wishes to reign.
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- King Harald is succeeded by his son, who has taken the name King Haakon VIII, with Crown Princess Mette-Marit now queen.
- King Haakon VIII says King Harald represented Norway with 'pride and joy', promises to listen to Norwegians as monarch.
- New monarch Haakon VIII paid an emotional tribute to his late father, Harald V, in his first address to the nation. Vowing to follow his own path, Haakon pledged to uphold Norway’s democracy, unity and inclusive values.