Prince William to Represent King Charles at King Harald V's Funeral

Prince William will represent King Charles at the funeral of Norway's King Harald V in Oslo next week, Buckingham Palace announced. He will be joined by the Princess Royal, who is godmother to Norway's new king, Haakon VIII.

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

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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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