The Norwegian royal family is weathering its fair share of scandals right now. After the premiere ofRebel Royalsthis fall—a controversial documentary followingPrincess Märtha Louise of Norwayand her husband, Durek Verrett—Crown Princess Mette-Marit is in the spotlight, facing renewed scrutiny overher past ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. So, too, is her son Marius Borg Høiby; his trial for rape, assault, and other offensesjust concluded in Osloand his verdict will be handed down in June.
Given the increased scrutiny on the family, here, a guide to Princess Mette-Marit and Prince Haakon's family. (Want even more info about the Norwegian royals?Right this way for the full family tree):
1) Princess Ingrid Alexandra
The eldest daughter of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is second in line to the Norwegian throne. She iscurrently a student at the University of Sydney, in a three-year degree with a focus on international relations and political economy.
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2) Prince Sverre Magnus
Prince Sverre Magnus is third in line to the Norwegian throne. He graduated from high school in spring 2024. Per his official bio, "The Prince is particularly interested in photography and film. He enjoys skiing, and especially alpine skiing, and shares the joy of water sports with the rest of his family."
3) Marius Borg Høiby
Marius Borg Høiby is Princess Mette-Marit's son from a prior relationship with a man named Morten Borg.He is currently in prisonawaiting a verdict on his rape and assault trial.
His stepfather Prince Haakonsaid in a statement earlier this year, "Marius Borg Høiby is not a member of the Royal House of Norway and is therefore autonomous. We care about him, and he is an important member of our family. He is a citizen of Norway and, as such, has the same responsibilities as everyone else — as well as the same rights."
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