Denmark's royal twins celebrate second birthday

Denmark's royal twins, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine turns two last January 8. Born in 2011, they are the third and fourth children of Crown Prince Frederik and Australian-born Crown Princess Mary.

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Denmark's Royal Family gathers for summer photo shoot

The Danish Royal Family at their summer's best for this season's photocall

Denmark’s Royal Family has gathered once again, this time for their summer photo shoot at the garden of Grasten Palace.

Prince Frederik, the 18-month old son of the Crown Prince and Princess, was the star of the show, although her twin-sister Princess Josephine wasn’t around because she was tucked in her sickbed.

The prince looked cherubic, thanks to her blonde curls, while her elder siblings Prince Christian and Princess Isabella busy themselves looking after him with glee.

With Crown Princely family are Queen Margrethe and Prince Henrik, the Queen’s sister Princess Benedikte and other members of the Royal Family, although absent were Prince Joachim and Princess Marie.

Princess Athena of Denmark is christened: Welcome to the Christian World!

Princess Mary of Denmark cuddles Princess Athena to sleep.

Princess Athena of Denmark, the newly-born daughter of Prince Joachim and Princess Marie of Denmark was christened at the churchyard of Mogeltonder Church, in Tonder, May 20. The entire Danish Royal Family was present. 

Pictures courtesy of Getty Images. 

Denmark commemorates 100th anniversary of King Frederick VIII’s death and King Christian X’s succession

King Frederick VIII

May 14—Exactly 100 years ago, King Frederick VIII died and was succeeded by his son, who assumed the name Christian IX.  The king, stricken by acute cardiac arrest, unexpectedly fell on the ground and died in Hamburg.

The king’s death came near Hotel Hamburger Hof, where he and his entourage were staying while on the way home after a hunting trip in southern France. Frederick VIII was born in 1843, the eldest son of Prince Christian, later Christian IX, and the former Princess Louise of Hesse-Cassel. His father, who succeeded the Danish throne in 1863, ruled until 1906. The king reigned from 1906 until 1912.

King Christian X

News of the king’s death reached Copenhagen on the 15th and the council of state was immediately held, presided by Klaus Berntsen at Amalienborg Palace. King Christian X was proclaimed King. His reign, which lasted until 1947, was considered as the most dramatic in all of Denmark’s history. It began at the dawn of World War I and ended in the last year of World War II and saw a huge political, economic, and social upheavals that swept the whole world.

Princess Isabella Turns 5: Dons Country Look for Photoshoot

The adorable royal sports a country look with a jumper featuring a print of an owl, jeans and some fashion-forward fur-trimmed boots. More photos at Hello Magazine.

Princess Marie’s Baby Daughter Steals Balcony Celebrations

Princess Marie’s baby daughter was the center of attention during the balcony celebration of Queen Margrethe II’s 72nd birthday at King Christian IX’s Palace. The entire Danish Royal Family gathered at the balcony to waive at well-wishers who came to flock to display their birthday greetings to the Queen, who recently celebrated her 30th year on the throne. 

Princess Marie, who cradles her baby daughter,
with Prince Joachim

Prince Felix and Prince Nicholai.

Princess Marie's baby daughter is the center of attention
during Queen Margrethe's 72nd birthday celebrations.

Princess Marie and her baby.

The Danish Royal Family.

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary with their
 adorable children.

Crown Princess Mary and kids.

Prince Joachim, Princess Marie, and kids. 

Queen Margrethe Attends Concert at Presidential Palace

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark attends a concert at the Presidential Palace in Rome. He is welcomed by the highest officials of the land, led by President Giorgio Napolitano. The visit was held on April 12. Photos, courtesy of Getty Images.

Queen Margrethe is welcomed by President Napolitano
at the Presidential Palace in Rome.

Queen Margrethe II during the concert at the Presidential Palace in Rome.

Queen Margrethe II during the concert
at the Presidential Palace in Rome.

Queen Margrethe with President Napolitano of Italy.

Queen Margrethe greets the delegates who welcomed
her in the Presidential Palace in Rome.

 

Queen Margrethe Attends Concert at Presidential Palace

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark attends a concert at the Presidential Palace in Rome. He is welcomed by the highest officials of the land, led by President Giorgio Napolitano. The visit was held on April 12. Photos, courtesy of Getty Images.

 

In Pictures: Queen Margrethe Visits Danish Institute in Rome Today

Queen Margrethe is welcomed by a bouquet of flowers.

Queen Margrethe is escorted after her visit in the Danish Institute in Rome.

Queen Margrethe is escorted after her visit in the Danish Institute in Rome.

Queen Margrethe arrives on her visit to the Danish Institute in Rome.

The Queen at the Danish Institute.

The Queen at the Danish Institute.

For more images about the Queen's visit to the Danish Institute, check out the Getty Images.

Princess Marie of Denmark gives birth to a princess

It's a baby girl for Prince Joachim and Princess Marie. 

Princess Marie (extreme left), heavily pregnant and just 10
days due her labor, joins husband Prince Joachim, Crown
Princess Mary,  Crown Prince Frederik, and a company
of charming royal kids, as they all wave a flood of greeting
crowds during Queen Margrethe's Ruby Anniversary,
Jan. 15.

The official website of the Danish Royal Family announced the birth of a baby girl to Prince Joachim and Princess Marie.

“On 24 January, 2012, at 8.27 a.m. Her Royal Highness Princess Marie gave birth to a healthy Princess at Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen (Copenhagen University Hospital).

Weight: 2930 grs., length: 49 cm.

Mother and baby are doing fine.

His Royal Highness Prince Joachim was present at Rigshospitalet all the time.”

Prince Joachim married Princess Marie in 2008. The baby princess has a brother, Prince Henrik, and two elder half-brothers, Prince Nicholai and Prince Felix. The princess was born exactly 10 days after the ruby anniversary of her grandmother, Queen Margrethe II.