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King Frederik Steps Out as Brother Prince Joachim Breaks Silence on Staying in U.S. After Royal Title Controversy
King Frederik of Denmark hit the ground running at the Royal Run with his wife, Queen Mary and their four teen kids, Crown Prince Christian, Princess Isabella, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine The King of Denmark, 57, attended the event shortly after his brother Prince Joachim made a rare revelation about his family's future plans Prince Joachim, his wife Princess Marie and their two children have been living in Washington, D.C. since 2023, the year Queen Margrethe stripped all four of Joachim's children of their royal titlesKing Frederik of Denmark had a day out with his family after his brother Prince Joachim revealed whether his family will ever return to Europe after living in the U.S. for two years. On June 9, King Frederik, 57, embarked on the annual Royal Run, which his wife, Queen Mary, and their kids Crown Prince Christian, 19, Princess Isabella, 18, and twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, 14, also participated in. King Frederik attended the event just a few days after his younger brother, Prince Joachim, 56, spoke about his own family's future in a rare interview. Prince Joachim and his wife Princess Marie moved from France to the U.S. with their two children in the summer of 2023 as he took on a new job with the Danish Embassy, just a few months after his mother Queen Margrethe stripped his four kids of their royal titles in a shock move that he personally criticized. Speaking to TV2, Prince Joachim said that he and Marie were thinking about returning home when his work was complete. In September 2023, Joachim took on a job with the Danish Embassy under the Ministry of Defense as an attaché covering the U.S. and Canada in September 2023. While the stint, based in Washington, D.C., was expected to be limited to a three-year timeline, a Ministry of Defense statement said there was a possibility of extension, potentially taking the job beyond 2026. On his family's future plans, Prince Joachim said, "We have a desire to come home. But we also do not rule out the possibility of staying abroad. Now we have to see. For now, it is on our radar, when the post here stops, we will return home." "We are each busy in our own way. The kids are at school, where they enjoy being challenged and have an ever-growing social circle, and I have my job," he added about his family's rhythm. "We are our little nuclear family and enjoy it, and we make sure as much as possible that we also have time for each other. That it doesn't always get in the way of work, school and homework." Prince Joachim is a father of four, and moved to D.C. with Marie and their children, son Count Henrik, 16, and daughter Countess Athena, 13. The father of four also shares two older sons, Count Nikolai, 25, and Count Felix, 22, with his first wife Alexandra, Countess of Frederiksborg, whom he divorced in 2008. While his family is doing well in the U.S., the royal dad acknowledged that their routine is different in Europe. "Overall, we can all feel it, and we can also feel it in the children, that it is at home in Denmark that we have our largest social base. We can't travel back and forth, after all, there is a six-hour time difference and an entire ocean in between," Joachim told TV2. "We take our time when we are home and enjoy it to the fullest. Perhaps that is the band-aid for being far away from home." In September 2022, Queen Margrethe, 85, said that she was stripping Joachim's four children of the prince or princess titles and "His/Her Highness" styling they inherited at birth in a move she later said was "necessary future-proofing of the monarchy." Nikolai, Felix, Henrik and Athena subsequently became known as His Excellency Count of Monpezat or Her Excellency Countess of Monpezat (lower-ranking titles within the Danish royal family) as of Jan. 1, 2023, in an explosive twist that created a fracture within the family. Prince Joachim and Princess Marie told the press that they felt shocked by the bombshell that upset their family, which seemingly prompted Queen Margrethe to apologize but maintain that it was a necessary step for the crown's future. In a a joint interview to The Washington Post in April 2024, Princess Marie, 49, said, "We weren't happy about the way it happened" and Prince Joachim acknowledged, "We've moved on." Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage? to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! Queen Margrethe abdicated in January 2024, making her elder son and successor the new King Frederik. His children each moved up a place in the line of succession, with his eldest son Christian becoming the new Crown Prince of Denmark. Unlike their cousins, Frederik and Mary's children were not affected by their grandmother Queen Margrethe's decision to strip Joachim's kids' titles and retain the royal styling they have held through life. The Royal Run was created to celebrate King Frederik's 50th birthday in 2018 and is part of Denmark's Move for Life campaign, which aims to make the Nordic nation the most active in the world. Members of the Danish royal family have attended every year since in what has become a staple on the royal calendar, and King Frederik's family literally hit the ground running to support the event this year. The King of Denmark and his family joined the record turnout of 97,500 participants for the race across the five cities of Ribe, Horsens, Viborg, Korsør and Copenhagen/Frederiksberg. In an impressive entry, the statement said that the sporty sovereign was running in three distances: the one mile kickoff run in Ribe, 5 km in Horsens and 10 km in Copenhagen/Frederiksberg. Hello! magazine reported that Crown Prince Fredreik beat his father's time in the 5 km distance, but he may have had a leg up for a clear reason! The heir to the throne recently completed military training with the Guard Hussar Regiment and the outlet reported that Frederik said his eldest son "is in the best shape he can be." Read the original article on People
Daily Mail
a day ago
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- Daily Mail
Queen Mary shows off her athletic figure in activewear as she takes part in Royal Run alongside her husband and sons in Denmark
Queen Mary of Denmark was flaunting her sporting prowess on Monday. The Australian-born royal took part in the 2025 Royal Run in Korsoer, Denmark and was looking fit and fabulous. The 53-year-old donned a fitted Adidas top with long sleeves and in a navy blue tone. Mary added a pair of dark shorts as well as a cap, under which she tucked her brunette locks. She finished the look with a pair of sneakers and opted for a muted, natural makeup palette for her run. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, . Also taking part was Mary's husband Denmark's King Frederik and their sons, Prince Vincent and Prince Christian. The Royal Run is an event organised by the National Olympic Committee and Sports Confederation of Denmark, DGI, and the Danish Athletic Federation. It is part of 'Move for Life' - a campaign that aims to make Denmark 'he most physically active nation in the world.' Queen Mary rarely sets a foot wrong when it comes to her personal style. But a daring sartorial choice made by the Danish Queen while attending last week's Global Fashion Summit in Copenhagen has caught the attention of style watchers for all the wrong reasons. Mary nixed her usual uniform of chic flowing blouses or statement designer dresses to try something a little different for the summit held at the DR Concert Hall. The mother-of-four made a bold fashion choice by stepping out in grey Bermuda shorts and a matching blazer, designed by Copenhagen-based fashion house Mark Kenly Domino Tan, which was cinched at the waist with a Zimmerman two-tone braided belt. The royal completed the risk-taking look with light brown suede heels from Gianvito Rossi. The Global Fashion Summit, presented by Global Fashion Agenda, undoubtedly attracts a fashion forward crowd, which could perhaps explain why Queen Mary pushed the boundaries outside her usual signature style wheelhouse. But eagle-eyed style pundits believe that a myriad of fashion faux pas were committed by the Danish Queen, resulting in a look that's been described as a 'rare miss'. The royal recently wore the same blazer and pants in April during a state visit to Paris. On that occasion, Mary was praised for the chic look, which saw the grey two-piece paired with Aquazzura over-the-knee stiletto boots, a high neck black top and a delightful brooch pinned to the jacket. At the time, VOGUE Scandanavia heralded Mary's outfit choice as a 'slightly edgier look while maintaining her signature royal elegance'. So why did the exact same base outfit go awry during her most recent royal appearance? The biggest gripe amongst style watchers was the unflattering cut, colour and mid-leg length of the culotte trousers. One comment in response to a royal fashion news outlet's post read: 'Queen Mary rarely makes a fashion misstep but this outfit is one. She needs to burn the culottes and give the jacket a chance with something else.' Another weighed in: 'Even though Queen Mary can wear just about anything, it doesn't mean she should. No love for these culottes. The jacket is very smart.' 'Queen Mary generally makes great fashion choices but this is a fail. The colour is insipid, the culottes are just wrong. The shoes are the only positive for me,' added a third. When Mary wore the same mid-length pants in Paris, their supposed unflattering elements was perhaps more prominent when styled with tall boots instead of heels. The other fashion sin pertaining to the grey culottes were the unmissable wrinkles. 'Not one of her finest choices. Look at all the wrinkles in that material!' one royal watcher said in response to a Daily Mail article about the outing. 'The proportions of the shorts and stilettos don't work and it's so wrinkled. Looks as though she got it out of the laundry basket. A mistake,' added a second style commenter. 'Missed the mark this time. Outfit makes her look stocky and crinkled,' said a third. Another responder, who claimed to be a textiles salesperson, blamed the actual suit 'material' for badly letting the royal down, explaining that it 'wrinkles horribly no matter how long you iron it before wearing it'. Beyond the complaints about the pants, other royal fashion fans were not on board with the way the outfit had been styled and accessorised – in particular the chunky light brown and white belt.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Sporty King Frederik of Denmark shows he can keep up with his children - as he joins them for annual Royal Run in Copenhagen
Denmark's King Frederik showed off his sporty side - and proved he could keep up with his children as he joined family members for the annual 'Royal Run' in Copenhagen this afternoon. The event, which takes place every spring in Denmark and has always been fronted by the monarch. His son Prince Christian, 19, too looked ready for action in matching navy blue tops with his father - and was flushed from a day of exercise as he and other relatives, including younger brother Vincent, 14, sported medals at the finish line by Amalienborg Palace. Their sisters - Princesses Isabella, 18, and Josephine, 14 - too beamed as they participated in a day of sports in athletic wear, with all the royals understood to have started from a different city. Showing her support, mother-of-four Mary greeted her loved ones as she donned a matching blue zip-up commemorating the occasion - which is being marketed as the 'world's largest royal amateur sporting event'. The Queen had her chestnut tresses down in a sleek, straightened style and opted for a simple but dewy make-up look perfect for the summer. It this year also has boasted its highest number of participants ever with 97,500 registered runners. Participants can choose the route they take - which ranges from 5km to one mile - and can choose to run or walk. The run, which has been in place since 2018, is organised by The National Olympic Committee & Sports Confederation of Denmark, DGI and the Danish Athletic Federation as part of 'Move for Life'. The family shared a number of moments from this year's run on social media - including a well-earned tasty plate of Spaghetti Bolognese to tuck into after the event. Mary's laid back athleisure ensemble today proves a contrast from her daring outfit -after she visited the Global Fashion Summit in Copenhagen last week. The Australian-born Queen, 53, put her best fashion foot forward as she arrived at the summit at DR Concert Hall. The mother-of-four stepped out in grey Bermuda shorts and a matching blazer which was cinched at the waist with an orange belt. She oozed confidence in the chic two piece which she completed with nude stiletto heels for the occasion. Upon Mary's arrival, she was greeted by Federica Marchionni, CEO of Global Fashion Agenda, and Alice Roberta Taylor, Chief of Staff. During her visit, Mary explored various stands at the fair and she was given a tour of the venue. Mary's brunette locks were styled in soft curls and her glam makeup enhanced her sophisticated look. The Global Fashion Summit, presented by Global Fashion Agenda, aims to foster industry collaboration on sustainability in fashion. It marked the second day of the three-day event, which is taking place in and around Copenhagen - a city respected for its trendy street style and minimalist designs. As she turns her attention to the world of style, the Queen has brushed off harsh criticism levelled at herself and King Frederik X for turning their backs on one of their 'main promises'. The royal couple visited Nordre Toldbod in Copenhagen where they boarded their Royal Ship, Dannebrog, for the official launch of the 2025 sailing season. But the decision to board the mighty ship was scolded, as the vessel said to emit 60 times more CO2 than the average Dane emits in one year. The pair sail on board the yacht through Danish waters every year. This year they will set off on their first 'major' sail on August 25 for four days but the summer cruises often last as long as two weeks depending on the schedule. In 2024, their sailing tour also included trips to Sweden, Norway and Greenland. The ship's impact on climate change has been questioned by local royal and environmental experts who branded the move 'disappointing and pathetic', leaving the Royal House no choice but to respond. In a written, translated response to the Danish Broadcast Corporation, the Palace's new head of communications wrote: 'The Royal House is aware of the dilemma associated with Dannebrog being powered by conventional fuel. '[We are] currently investigating the possibility of using alternative fuels with a view to reducing emissions from the Royal Ship. 'At the same time, it is important to emphasise that Dannebrog is a historic ship with symbolic and representative significance for Denmark. It is a gathering point, no matter where in the Kingdom it is located. The royal ship is in great demand.' Royal House expert Sebastian Olden-Jørgensen told B.T. News that it was 'only a matter of time before the climate issue hit the Royal House', especially given the King's public commitment to the environment. 'As the royal couple, we are concerned with being able to contribute to passing the planet on to the next generation in good condition, which requires that we promote the green transition,' King Frederik wrote in his book 'King's Words' at the start of his reign. Before the drama hit, the royal pair were busy carrying out their jam-packed schedule while moving out of home and into their summer residence on the shore of Lake Esrum in Fredensborg with Queen Margrethe. They moved residences on Monday 5 May to Fredensborg Palace, where they will be taking up residence in the eastern wing, known as Chancellery House, for the summer. The King and Queen along with their three youngest children Princess Isabella, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, moved into Fredensborg Palace alongside Frederik's mother, Queen Margrethe, who had already taken up residence in the main palace. The expansive property on Zealand island in Denmark has plenty of room to accommodate the whole royal family. It is something of a homecoming for the royal couple, who lived full-time in the Chancellery from 2004-10 when he was still the Crown Prince and Amelienborg Palace in Copenhagen was being refurbished. But royal watchers are intrigued by the fact that former monarch Queen Margrethe is staying in the main palace, while the current King and Queen's family have moved into the secondary accommodation in Chancellery House. Royal expert and historian Lars Hovbakke Sørensen explained to Danish publication B.T. that it was 'completely unproblematic' for the current King and his family to be living in the palace's secondary residence. The expert explained that although it might seem unusual, Lars said it was an 'obvious' result of Queen Margrethe opting to abdicate the throne in 2024, rather than it passing to her son following her death. '[W]e have a completely different situation than ever before, where we have a living, former regent,' explained Lars. As the northern hemisphere summer approaches, the Danish royal family traditionally move their residence to Fredensborg Palace. For most of the year, Frederik and Mary live at Amalienborg with their four children – Crown Prince Christian, 19, Princess Isabella, 18, and 14-year-old twins, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine. However, Prince Christian will not be joining the royal family at Chancellery House this summer as he remains stationed in the town of Slagelse as part of his compulsory military service.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
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King Charles surprises locals at his royal residence
Joggers on their weekly run on the Sandringham estate got quite a surprise when the King turned up to join them. While His Majesty didn't pull on his running trainers for the occasion, Charles met the Sandringham parkrunners in the café on his Norfolk estate on Saturday. In a photograph shared by parkrun UK, the monarch can be seen dressed in a beige suit with a brown overcoat as he poses for a snap with the group of runners. "Not every day you get royal approval at parkrun. This morning, His Majesty The King joined Sandringham parkrunners in the café to offer his congratulations, including to the Sandringham 5k Your Way group as they marked their one-year anniversary," the caption read. Not every day you get royal approval at parkrun 👑This morning, His Majesty The King joined Sandringham parkrunners in the cafe to offer his congratulations, including to the Sandringham 5k Your Way group as they marked their one-year anniversary.🌳 # — parkrun UK (@parkrunUK) January 25, 2025 The weekly 5k run sees participants complete two laps of the course, which takes joggers on a scenic route through the woodland at Sandringham Royal Park. Parkrun was set up in 2004 by Peter Paul Sinton-Hewitt and the free community 5k run now sees thousands of runners taking part in the event every Saturday morning at 1,308 locations around the UK. Princess Beatrice was the first member of the royal family to take part in the London Marathon, taking on the gruelling 26.2-mile race in honour of the Children in Crisis charity. She completed it dressed as a human caterpillar, alongside 33 other runners. Meanwhile, the Duchess of Edinburgh took on the first mile and a half of the virtual London Marathon in 2020, in aid of her patronage, Mencap. The Princess of Wales is also said to enjoy jogging, with Kate releasing a video message in the middle of a run in 2021 to mark Children's Mental Health Week. Prince William, Kate and Prince Harry also took part in a training session with London Marathon runners in 2017. Watch below... King Frederik of Denmark, who has completed marathons in Copenhagen, New York and Paris, set up Royal Run in his home nation in 2018 and it has become an annual event ever since.
