King Harald Funeral Attendance

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1. 5 Sep

   Royal sources say Prince William's attendance, representing his father King Charles, follows the convention that the monarch does not usually go to the funeral of another head of state.

   6 outlets · BBC
2. 6 Sep

   The British and Norwegian royal families also share a long-standing family connection.

   2 outlets · Times of India

Coverage 7 articles

• 10 Sep The most emotional moments at Harald V's funeral - from King Frederik of Denmark's tears and Princess Anne's moving gesture to widowed Queen SonjaNorway's King Harald V was laid to rest after a memorial service at Oslo Cathedral, attended by senior members of 11 royal households from around the world, including Denmark, Spain, and Japan. The service was marked by emotional displays from typically stoic royals, with King Frederik of Denmark visibly crying and Princess Anne holding Queen Sonja's hands to console her. The funeral was held for Harald V, who had…Daily Mail
• 9 Sep Solemn Prince William leads the world's royals in mourning at King Harald of Norway's funeral - as the new Queen's disgraced son is released from house arrest to attendPrince William and Princess Anne joined other European senior royals at the funeral of King Harald V of Norway, which took place at Oslo Cathedral. The service was attended by hundreds of dignitaries, including King Felipe of Spain and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. Marius Borg Hoiby, a 29-year-old member of the Norwegian royal family serving house arrest for rape convictions, also attended despite a…Daily Mail
• 6 Sep Prince of Wales to represent King Charles at funeral of King Harald V in NorwayPrince William will travel to Norway next week to represent his father King Charles at the funeral of King Harald V, which takes place on Wednesday at Oslo Cathedral. This marks the second time Prince William has performed this duty on behalf of his father, following a similar representation at the funeral of Pope Francis in April. The funeral service will also be attended by Princess Anne and Queen Sonja, who is…Times of India
• 6 Sep Prince William to represent King Charles at funeral of Norway’s King Harald VPrince William will represent his father, King Charles, at the funeral of Norway's King Harald V on September 9 at Oslo Cathedral. The late monarch died on August 28 at age 89 after a 35-year reign that was marked by modernization efforts. Prince William and his aunt, the Princess Royal, are set to attend the service, with the latter attending in her capacity as godmother of King Haakon VIII. This marks the second…The Guardian
• 5 Sep William to represent Charles at funeral of King Harald of NorwayCharles's son William will represent him at the funeral of King Harald of Norway on September 9 at Oslo Cathedral. The Norwegian monarch died on August 28 at the age of 89 after a 35-year-reign. Charles had already paid tribute to his "dear cousin" and "much-loved kinsman and friend", praising his dedication, kindness, and compassion. This is not William's first time representing his father at a funeral, as he also…Evening Standard
• 5 Sep Prince William to attend King Harald's funeral in NorwayPrince William is attending the funeral of King Harald V of Norway on Wednesday in Oslo, representing his father King Charles. The funeral procession and service at Oslo Cathedral are expected to draw large crowds, with thousands already having paid their respects to the late king during his lying in state. The Norwegian royal family, including new King Haakon VIII, will be joined by other European royals, including…BBC
• 5 Sep UK’s Prince William to represent King Charles at funeral of Norway’s King HaraldPrince William will represent his father, King Charles, at the funeral of Norway's late King Harald on September 9. Prince William has previously attended the funeral of Pope Francis last year on behalf of King Charles. The UK monarch typically does not attend funerals of other heads of state, instead sending a representative from their family. King Charles, who is being treated for an undisclosed form of cancer…South China Morning Post

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