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Death and succession of Norway's King Harald V

King Harald V of Norway died on 27 August 2026 at the age of 89, ending a 35-year reign. His son, Crown Prince Haakon, succeeded him as King Haakon VIII. The event encompasses the death, the accession of the new king, and the subsequent funeral in Oslo attended by royal families and heads of state.

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  1. Earlier report Norway's Princess Astrid dies at 94 Princess Astrid of Norway, older sister of the late King Harald, died on Friday at age 94, the royal palace said. Her death came two days after she attended King Harald's funeral. King Haakon VIII paid tribute, saying she represented the Royal House in a warm and dutiful manner. World · 2 sources
  2. Earlier report Norway Bids Farewell to King Harald V Thousands gathered in Oslo on Wednesday for the funeral of King Harald V of Norway, attended by European royalty and world leaders including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The ceremonies included a nationwide minute of silence and concluded 13 days of national mourning for the long-serving monarch. World · 5 sources
  3. Earlier report 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. UK · 3 sources