Following the end of the mourning period after the death of King Harald of Norway, a significant change has occurred in the status of Queen Sonja. With the accession of Haakon as King, Mette-Marit as Queen, and Ingrid Alexandra as Crown Princess, Queen Sonja, 89, is no longer considered an official member of the Norwegian Royal House. Royal experts express shock at this development, with some suggesting it marks the beginning of the end for the Norwegian monarchy. The change stems directly from the established rules surrounding the role of a Queen Dowager after the death of a king. This adjustment to the Royal Family’s composition is causing considerable discussion amongst those following the House of Norway. The situation highlights the strict protocols governing royal succession and the evolving roles within the Norwegian monarchy.