Her death occurred two days after she attended her brother King Harald’s funeral[1]
Haakon VIII praised her warm and dutiful representation of the Royal House[1]
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Princess Astrid died on 11 September 2026, two days after attending the funeral of her brother, King Harald, who had passed away earlier that month. Her death has been confirmed by official royal statements.[1]
Attendance at the Queen’s Memorial
Princess Astrid was present in Oslo for the royal funeral, standing beside her family and the Norwegian public as they paid their respects to the late monarch. Her presence was seen as a symbol of continuity and solidarity for the royal household during a period of national mourning.[1]
Tribute from the New King
Haakon VIII, who ascended the throne following his father’s passing, publicly praised his aunt for her ‘warm and dutiful’ representation of the monarchy. In a televised tribute, he highlighted her steadfast commitment to the Crown, noting that she had served as a quiet pillar of support in challenging times.[1]
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