Breaking: Crown Princess Mette-Marit Named in Epstein Files — Groups Strip Her Patronage

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Stars (2 / 1) 03.02.2026 15:53 / Torben

Public backlash and apology

The crown princess has acknowledged mistakes and issued an apology, saying she did not sufficiently examine Epstein’s background. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre called doubts about her judgment justified.

Shadows over the monarchy

The debate is taking a toll on Mette-Marit's standing: a poll shows almost 47.6 percent oppose her possible succession. At the same time, her son Marius Borg Høiby, 28, is facing trial on 38 charges; he denies the most serious allegations and is currently in pretrial detention.