European Royals

The kings and queens who completed historic firsts and lasts for Pope Francis

The Vatican has announced that Pope Francis passed away on 21 April 2025 at the age of 88. The South American Pontiff was considered a modernising figure by many. As Pope, Francis met many monarchs, both Catholic and non-Catholic.  His last meeting with royalty came just days before his death. Pope Francis held a private audience with King Charles and Queen Camilla on April 9 2025 when they…
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The Netherlands

A full circle tiara moment for Princess Catharina-Amalia at the Omani state dinner

The future queen of the Netherlands seemingly made her tiara dreams come true when she finally, officially, wore a stunning set of ruby jewels for the first time. Princess Catharina-Amalia joined her parents, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, for a State Banquet for the Sultan of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. While Queen Máxima sported one of the most splashy tiaras in the Dutch…
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Denmark

Queen Mary of Denmark can't hide her pride as her princess reaches a milestone

Queen Mary couldn’t hide her pride in her elder daughter as Princess Isabella took centre stage as big birthday celebrations got under way. Isabella, second in line to the Danish throne, turns 18 on April 21 2025 but as that’s part of the Easter holiday weekend, her family have begun celebrating early. Kongehuset © With ten days to go until she gets the key of the door…
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Norway

Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway tackles important first as a royal

Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is making big steps into her life as a working royal after completing her military training. The second in line to the throne joined her grandparents, King Harald and Queen Sonja, and her parents, Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, to take part in her first incoming State Visit.  Princess Ingrid Alexandra stepped out with her parents to help…
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