Norway’s King Harald dies aged 89
The monarch's 53-year-old son, Crown Prince Haakon, automatically takes the throne following his father's death after 35 years as king.
Norway's King Harald passed away at the age of 89, according to a palace statement on Friday. The 53-year-old Crown Prince Haakon will now succeed his father on the throne. King Harald peacefully passed away at Oslo University Hospital on August 28 at 6:35 am. The royal flag was lowered to half-mast and hundreds of people gathered outside the palace in mourning.
Flowers had been laid down the day before. Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store expressed deep sorrow upon hearing the tragic news. The Norwegian monarch, who had been in hospital since August 17 suffering from haemolytic anaemia, had ruled out abdicating despite multiple health issues over the years. The Norwegian public remains broadly popular, largely due to King Harald's unifying presence and humble lifestyle.
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