Who is Norway's new King Haakon VIII?
Summary
King Haakon VIII has become Norway’s new monarch after the death of his father, King Harald V. He adopted his father’s motto "Everything for Norway" and is now leading the country, with his daughter Ingrid Alexandra next in line for the throne.Key Facts
- King Haakon VIII is the fourth monarch since Norway’s modern monarchy was restored in 1905.
- He worked closely with his father before becoming king and has taken on more royal duties recently.
- Haakon is described as more reserved than his father but has shown a sense of humor over time.
- His daughter, Ingrid Alexandra, age 22, is now the crown princess and heir to the throne.
- Norway’s constitution was changed in 1990 to allow women to inherit the throne.
- The royal family has faced recent scandals, including links to Jeffrey Epstein and a legal case involving Haakon’s stepson.
- Haakon was educated in local state schools and served a four-year career in the Norwegian Navy.
- He studied political science at the University of California, Berkeley, rather than following a traditional royal education path.
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