The Monarch takes a step back

Health Scare: King Harald V Extends Sick Leave After Hospitalization

In a surprising turn of events, Norway's Royal Palace has announced that King Harald V (87) will extend his sick leave following a recent hospitalization for an infection and a pacemaker fitting. With the king taking a much-needed rest, Crown Prince Haakon is set to fill in his royal shoes. Dive into the royal drama and find out what this means for the Norwegian Royal Family!

King Harald V takes a step back for health
After he was hospitalized
Norway's palace has confirmed

Norway's palace dropped a bombshell announcement that has royal watchers buzzing! King Harald V, the 87-year-old monarch who has graced the throne for 33 years, is taking a break from his royal duties until April 22. After a nasty infection caught during a holiday in Malaysia, the king was whisked back to Norway for a pacemaker fitting. Though he was discharged from Rikshospitalet in Oslo, it seems the king isn't bouncing back as hoped.

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The heir steps in: Crown Prince Haakon to the rescue

With King Harald on the mend, all eyes are on Crown Prince Haakon (50), the dashing heir apparent, who's stepping up as regent. But he's not alone! The royal family, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit, Queen Sonja, and even Queen Silvia, are pulling together to cover for the king. From medal receptions to presenting research awards, it's all hands on deck for Norway's royals.

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Despite the king's absence, the royal agenda is packed! Crown Prince Haakon is jet-setting to the US west coast, while back home, the royal family is keeping the castle lights on. It's business as usual, with engagements and official visits aplenty. And let's not forget the young royals, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus, who are carving their own paths in military training and education.

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In a heartwarming display of unity, the Norwegian royal family recently posed for an Easter portrait, signaling strength and togetherness during this challenging time. King Harald, with his steadfast commitment to his royal oath, has no plans to abdicate, proving that for Norway's monarch, duty and devotion reign supreme.