The Norwegian royal family has unveiled their 2024 Christmas card, continuing their beloved tradition of sharing a festive family portrait. However, this year’s photo has left fans wondering about the conspicuous absence of Prince Sverre Magnus, the king’s 18-year-old grandson and third-in-line to the throne.
His omission is particularly noticeable as he appeared in last year’s Christmas card, marking this as the first time he has not been included in the royal holiday photo.
The card, shared on the Royal Family’s official Instagram, was taken in the Red Salon at the Norwegian Palace. The royals are gathered next to a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, adorned with elegant ornaments and twinkling lights.
The room’s opulent furnishings and intricate details create a fitting backdrop, with the warm glow from the tree adding a welcoming atmosphere to the regal setting.
The caption accompanying the photo reads: “I wish everyone a very merry Christmas.”
In the photo, King Harald V is seated at the center in a gilded chair, radiating regal warmth, with Queen Sonja beside him, both looking every bit the monarchs they are.
Standing behind them are Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, along with their daughter, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, second-in-line to the throne. The family is dressed in formal attire, perfectly complementing the refined elegance of the setting.
Despite the photo’s aura of togetherness and tradition, the absence of Prince Sverre Magnus is keenly felt.
Where is Prince Sverre Magnus?
Guri Varpe, the Head of Communications at the Palace, explained to Dagbladet that his absence was entirely due to practical reasons. She shared, “The prince lives in Trondheim and was therefore not present when the picture was taken.”
This is not the first time a key royal has been missing from a Christmas card—last year, Princess Mette-Marit was absent due to illness, as she had COVID.
