Prince William to represent King Charles at funeral of Norway’s King Harald V

Duty falls by precedent to William to attend service of late monarch, alongside Princess Royal, who is godmother to new king Haakon VIII The Prince of Wales is to represent his father at the funeral of King Harald V of Norway next week, Buckingham Palace has announced. William, the heir to the throne, will be joined by his aunt the Princess Royal, who is attending in a private and personal capacity as godmother of t…

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Death and succession of Norway's King Harald V

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King Harald V of Norway died on 28 August 2026 at age 89 after a 35-year reign; his son, Crown Prince Haakon, succeeded him as King Haakon VIII and swore an oath before parliament on 1 September. Harald V's funeral was held in Oslo on 9 September, concluding 13 days of national mourning.

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In this event Thousands Gather for Funeral of Norway’s King Harald Earlier coverage Norway's new king takes oath as mourners pay respects to his late father Earlier coverage Norway mourns king Harald V as crown prince Haakon becomes king Earlier coverage

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Prince William to attend King Harald's funeral in Norway

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Prince William to represent King Charles at funeral of Norway’s King Harald V

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