Two days after Harald V's funeral, Norway says goodbye to the king's sister

Mprincess Astrid of Norway, this Friday, September 11th, at the age of 94. The news arrives just two days after the funeral of King Harald V, which took place on Wednesday, September 9. 

The news was confirmed by the royal house through a publication made on social networks. 

“ Princess Astrid died. His Majesty the king received with great regret the news that Princess Astrid died today, Friday, 11 September, at the age of 94”, can be read along with a photograph of Harald V's older sister from Norway. 

Princess Astrid's last public appearance was precisely at the funeral of her younger brother, King Harald V, on Wednesday, after her death on 28 August, at the age of 89, and at the end of 35 years on the throne. 

In a statement quoted by the international press, the current king of Norway, Haakon VIII, son of Harald V, reacted: “During her long life, Princess Astrid represented the Royal House in a loving and dedicated way.”

Then he quotes Hola!, the king recalled his aunt as a person “particularly committed to the care and inclusion of the most vulnerable in society” and described her also saying that she was “very loyal and always performed her duties with commitment, presence and an infectious spirit”. 

“Aunt Astrid was an important support for King Harald and the rest of the family. We learned a lot from her and she wasn't afraid to say what she thought. Your departure is a great loss to us. We're gonna miss her so much. We send our sincere condolences to Aunt Astrid’s closest friends”, completed. 

In turn, the five sons of Princess Astrid, Cathrine, Benedikte, Alexander, Elisabeth and Carl-Christian Ferner, also issued a joint statement reacting to their mother's death. 

“ Thank you for being the best mother we could have. Throughout his life, he was present for us – with love and wisdom, affection and good humor. He was present for his grandfather, King Olav, and for his uncle, King Harald – always present, loyal and dedicated”, they said. “In our mourning, we remain united and grateful. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. There will forever be a special place in our hearts.”