Double heartbreak for Palace: Princess dies after attending King Harald's funeral
Royal Family releases statement as Princess dies after attenting King Harald V's funeral
Published September 11, 2026
Princess Astrid of Norway has passed away at the age of 94 just days after the funeral of her younger brother King Harald V.
She was present at the late monarch's funeral at Oslo Cathedral on September 9, 2026.
The Norwegian Palace has released a statement, confirming the princess's death.
Teh statement said: "His Majesty the King has received with great sorrow the news that Princess Astrid has passed away.
It added: "The Princess passed away today, Friday, 11 September, at the age of 94."
Prince William represented King Charles at the funeral as longstanding royal convention prevents the reigning sovereign from attending the funerals of fellow heads of state.
As heir to the throne, the responsibility to step in for his father at Wednesday's service falls to William.
The Prince of Wales and Princess Anne walked behind the coffine of King Harald V of Norway.
