Haakon of Norway - Palace shares portrait for birthday
Crown Prince Haakon (51) celebrates his birthday today, 20th July. The Norwegian Palace marks this occasion with a portrait on Instagram. In the picture, Haakon is seen wearing a white shirt under a dark blue jacket. The heir to the throne smiles slightly into the camera with a reserved expression. The caption from the Palace reads: "All the best on your birthday, Crown Prince Haakon! Today, the Crown Prince turns 51".
According to the magazine "Se og Hør", Crown Prince Haakon is likely to celebrate his birthday as usual in the company of his family. A Royal expert reportedly mentioned that the family has a series of birthday traditions, such as a breakfast in bed for the birthday child. The festivities are said to often last into the evening. It is not known where the Crown Prince and his family are staying to celebrate his birthday.
Crown Prince Haakon loves sports
Perhaps there will be some action outdoors for the Crown Prince on his special day. Crown Prince Haakon loves nature and sports. In his hobbies, he combines both passions: surfing, skydiving, skiing, hiking, kayaking - the Crown Prince is always in motion, it is said of him.
Crown Prince Haakon is the son of King Harald V. (87) and Queen Sonja (87) of Norway. Since 2001, the heir to the throne has been married to Mette-Marit (50). They reportedly met at a festival. She brought her son Marius (27) into the marriage. Together, the couple had a daughter and a son: Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway (20) and Prince Sverre Magnus of Norway (18).
Soon, there will be more royal celebrations in Norway. On 31st August, Crown Princess Martha Louise of Norway (52) will marry her partner Durek Verrett (49). The couple have been engaged since 2022.
- On his Instagram account, Crown Prince Haakon shared a birthday portrait, showcasing his polished appearance with a white shirt under a dark blue jacket.
- The Crown Prince of Norway, known for his love of sports, might enjoy outdoor activities on his special day, given his passion for surfing, skydiving, skiing, and other adventurous pursuits.
- To celebrate Haakon of Norway's birthday, his family might follow their tradition of treating the birthday child to a lavish breakfast in bed, maintaining the same warmth and festivities that typically extend into the evening.
- Mette-Marit, the Crown Princess of Norway, and her family members, such as their son Marius and children Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus, may join the sport-loving Crown Prince Haakon during his birthday celebrations.
