- Princess Madeleine to step in for King Carl XVI Gustaf
- She'll be regent during the Swedish King’s Brazilian getaway
- Here's the royal scoop
In an unexpected turn of events, Princess Madeleine of Sweden (38, royal) is stepping up as the temporary regent, filling in for her father, King Carl XVI Gustaf, as he jets off to Brazil for a much-needed family retreat. The King's departure has set the stage for a fascinating royal reshuffle that has everyone talking!
The King, alongside Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria (47), Prince Daniel, and their adorable kids, Princess Estelle (12) and Prince Oscar (8), are all Brazil-bound. Not to forget, Prince Carl Philip (45) and his pregnant wife, Princess Sofia (39), are tagging along, making it a grand royal family affair.
Madeleine takes the helm
Back in Stockholm, Princess Madeleine, the King and Queen Silvia's youngest, is gearing up for her role as the regent. After spending six sun-soaked years in Florida with her financier beau, Christopher O'Neill, and their three kids, Madeleine's return to Stockholm has been nothing short of a royal homecoming. And now, she's about to add 'regent' to her resume!
Margareta Thorgen, the palace's head of information, confirmed the regency news, marking a significant moment for Princess Madeleine. While her siblings enjoy the Brazilian sun, Madeleine will be holding down the fort, showcasing her commitment to her royal duties.
Despite the 2019 shakeup where King Carl Gustaf streamlined the royal titles, making Madeleine's kids and her brother's sons non-HRHs, the family remains tightly knit. Princess Madeleine continues to play a vital role in the monarchy, also serving as the Deputy Honorary Chair at the World Childhood Foundation, her mother's organization.
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