Queen Sonja no longer a member of the Norwegian Royal House
Queen Sonja of Norway has been removed from the official list of the royal house and is now categorized as a member of the broader royal family. This administrative change was implemented following the conclusion of the mourning period for the late King Harald, though the queen will continue to perform her official duties.
The Norwegian royal website has updated its structure following the conclusion of the mourning period for the late King Harald, who passed away at age 89. According to the revised definitions, the official royal house is now limited to the reigning monarch, their spouse, and the immediate heirs to the throne along with their partners. Consequently, Queen Sonja is no longer classified as a core member of the royal house.
Following these changes, Queen Sonja has been moved to the list categorized as the broader royal family, joining other relatives such as Princess Märtha Louise and Prince Sverre Magnus. Despite this administrative adjustment to her formal title and status within the royal household, the 89-year-old queen continues to perform official duties. She remains active in public life and is scheduled to travel to Spain on October 29 to preside over the opening of a new art exhibition.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
