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Norway's Crown Princess Apologizes for Epstein Emails

2/4/2026

Summary

Princess Apologizes for Epstein

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway apologized for her past correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein after the U.S. Department of Justice released documents showing exchanges from 2011–2014.
She called her actions poor judgment and regretted not checking Epstein sooner.
The emails included informal, flirtatious language and continued after Epstein's 2008 sex-crimes conviction.
The controversy comes as Mette-Marit's son faces serious charges in a separate trial.

Summary

Princess Faces Scandal

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway faces a crisis after emails reveal close ties to Jeffrey Epstein from 2011 to 2014.
The correspondence includes troubling exchanges and raises questions about her judgment, noting ties persisted after Epstein's 2008 conviction.
The scandal coincides with her son, Marius Borg Høiby, facing a trial for multiple charges, including the alleged rape of four women, and public support for her becoming queen has declined.

History

Historical Context

Jeffrey Epstein's 2008 conviction for soliciting an underage girl for prostitution led to a controversial plea deal, allowing him to serve only 13 months in a work-release program. His connections with public figures, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, raise ongoing concerns about accountability and trust in institutions, especially as new allegations surface regarding his extensive network of abuse and trafficking.

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Princess Apologizes for Epstein

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway apologized for her past correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein after the U.S. Department of Justice released documents showing exchanges from 2011–2014.
She called her actions poor judgment and regretted not checking Epstein sooner.
The emails included informal, flirtatious language and continued after Epstein's 2008 sex-crimes conviction.
The controversy comes as Mette-Marit's son faces serious charges in a separate trial.

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