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Crown Princess Mette-Marit Regrets Ties to Jeffrey Epstein

3/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway expressed regret about her past friendship with Jeffrey Epstein in an NRK interview.
She said she felt manipulated and deceived and failed to investigate Epstein's background.
She noted that Epstein emails surfaced earlier this year, revealing a warm relationship.
She felt uncomfortable during a visit to Epstein's Palm Beach home and paused royal duties due to health and her son Marius's rape trial.

History

Historical Context

The Jeffrey Epstein scandal, which erupted in 2019 following his arrest for sex trafficking, revealed his extensive connections with high-profile figures like Prince Andrew and Bill Clinton. Epstein's previous 2008 conviction for soliciting a minor raised questions about elite accountability. The ongoing fallout, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s regret, reflects a societal demand for transparency regarding abuse and exploitation among powerful individuals.

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Story summary

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway expressed regret about her past friendship with Jeffrey Epstein in an NRK interview.
She said she felt manipulated and deceived and failed to investigate Epstein's background.
She noted that Epstein emails surfaced earlier this year, revealing a warm relationship.
She felt uncomfortable during a visit to Epstein's Palm Beach home and paused royal duties due to health and her son Marius's rape trial.

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