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Royal Scandal: Marius Borg Hoiby Faces Rape Charges

2/19/2026

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Story summary
  • Marius Borg Hoiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces 38 charges, including alleged rape of four sleeping women.
  • In Oslo court, testimony described a November 2024 incident where a woman reported assault after drinking.
  • Hoiby has pleaded guilty to minor offenses but denies the rape allegations.
  • The case embarrassed the royal family, and Crown Prince Haakon said Hoiby is not an official royal member.