Princess Madeleine of Sweden is set to return to Sweden from her Florida home for her father, King Carl XVI Gustaf’s heart surgery.
The King’s surgery is scheduled for Monday, 20 February.
Many have speculated whether this could mean that the Swedish monarch’s overall condition is worse than has been said.
According to the Swedish magazine “Svensk Damtidning,” Princess Madeleine received the news about her father’s health and is expected to travel back home to Sweden.
As the youngest child of the King and Queen, this is a cause of great concern for her, especially considering her physical distance from her family.
However, Madeleine is said to have a close relationship with her mother, Queen Silvia, who keeps her updated on all the news across the Atlantic.
The Royal Family has reportedly gathered at Drottningholm Palace ahead of the procedure to provide support to King Carl Gustaf.
Earlier this week, the Royal Court announced that the King would undergo heart surgery on the advice of his doctors on Monday 20, February. The operation will be performed using keyhole surgery.
The King will spend a few weeks recovering from the procedure, with all engagements from February 20th to March 3rd cancelled. The Royal Household says His Majesty is in good health and will carry on with his diary of engagements until he is admitted to hospital on 20th February.
Princess Madeleine has lived in the USA for several years with her husband, Chris O’Neill and their three children. They have lived in several different places, including New York City and Florida.
Although they do not live in Sweden, Princess Madeleine and her family remain active members of the Swedish Royal Family and attend royal events when they have the opportunity to travel back to Sweden.
