Norway – Princess Märtha Louise of Norway was ever the proud aunt on Instagram on her only niece’s 18th birthday.
To mark Princess Ingrid Alexandra’s coming of age, Princess Märtha Louise posted a heartfelt message on her Instagram page with personal photos to show their close bond.
The Princess said: “Congratulations on the day, you beautiful young woman. You are brave, funny, wise, reflective, vulnerable and weird. I’m so glad we as a family are doing so well together. That we can laugh and cry together – and discuss whatever it may be. I love you so much. We look forward to celebrating you big sometime in the future!”
Märtha Louise’s boyfriend, Shaman Durek Verrett, also commented on the post: “Happy Birthday Princess Ingrid, love and miss you.”
Princess Ingrid Alexandra turned 18 on 21 January and is now able to serve as Regent, if that is ever required. She attended her first Council of State meeting on her birthday and has met with the various branches of government.
She is second in line to the Norwegian throne behind her father, Crown Prince Haakon. Princess Märtha Louise is the elder sister of Haakon, but due to succession laws at the time of their births, Haakon is heir to the throne instead of his older sister. Princess Märtha Louise is fourth in the line of succession.