Princess Astrid of Norway Dies at 94 | Entertainment and Celebrity News

Princess Astrid of Norway, 94, has passed away peacefully, just two days after the funeral of her younger brother, King Harald V. The King hailed her as a steadfast pillar of the royal family, praising her honesty and lifelong dedication. A devoted mother of five, she stepped into the role of First Lady after her mother’s death and remained a quiet force behind the throne despite never being in line for succession. Her nephew, King Haakon VIII, will honor her with a state funeral. The Norwegian Parliament and her children have all paid tribute to her enduring legacy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d706d3aaf5f6b06d