Surprising Royal Bonds: How Britain’s Royals Connect to Norway’s New King

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A web of unexpected royal links ties the House of Windsor to Norway’s newly crowned monarch — from christening pews to wartime friendships that stretched across the sea. Read on to discover the full story!

Shared bloodlines across Europe

Many European dynasties trace back to 19th-century unions, and Norway is no exception. Through those intertwined family trees, the late Queen Elizabeth and King Harald were second cousins — which in turn makes King Charles and his siblings related to King Haakon VIII.

A godparent with royal weight

Born on July 20, 1973, King Haakon had several notable godparents. Among them was Princess Anne, linking the Norwegian line directly to the British royal family. Other godparents included figures such as King Olav V and members of Scandinavian royalty.