Today is February 12 and Princess Astrid, Mrs Ferner celebrates her 90th birthday. Princess Astrid was born on 12 February 1932 to then-Crown Prince Olav and Crown Princess Märtha. Crown Princess Märtha died on 5 April 1954, and the 22-year-old Princess Astrid became the First Lady of Norway.
On 12 January 1961, Princess Astrid married Johan Martin Ferner in Asker Church. The marriage led to a shift in Princess Astrid’s formal situation. She no longer used the prefix “Her Royal Highness” and assumed the title of Princess Astrid, Mrs Ferner.
When Crown Prince Harald married in 1968, the situation changed. Crown Princess Sonja became Norway’s First Lady and took over many of the duties, although Princess Astrid continued to carry out official tasks on behalf of the Royal Family. Princess Astrid was Norway’s First Lady for many years and remains active through her patronages and her work with Crown Princess Märtha’s Memorial Fund.
It is always a bonus to see this lovely, lady. Happy birthday to Princess Astrid, she looks marvellous and well in both these photos.
ReplyDeleteA truly grand Royal lady who always makes me smile. Happy 90th birthday and many, many happy returns! Leo :-)
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to the lovely Princess Astrid! She always has a such a happy smile.
ReplyDeletePrincess Astrid, 90 years old, must be the oldest family member in the royal houses of Scandinavia?
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday 🇧🇻🌸🌹🌺.
A great way to use your wedding gown for other occasions, though I think there was no reason as such to remove the sleeves. Guess she felt it would have looked too 'bridal'. But good thinking and way to go! - Ellie
ReplyDeleteDear Ellie,
DeleteI agree with you, reusing your bridal dress is an excellent idea. However,
I think it was a wise choice to have altered altered the top, otherwise it would have transported a different message and possibly criticism.
I used my wedding dress for curtains. Otherwise, wow, happy 90th birthday to Auntie Princess Astrid. The Shah of Iran & Farah Diba - that brings back memories. *Regina
DeleteQuelle grande dame toujours très souriante ; il est dommage de ne pas la voir plus souvent - Bon et joyeux anniversaire à elle !
ReplyDeleteI know that the recent television mini-series "Atlantic Crossing" has been criticized and praised for many reasons but for me, I enjoyed it because it gave me some insight into the life of this extraordinary lady, and also about her parents and her sister Ragnhild and brother Harald V. Best wishes to Princess Astrid on this very special birthday.
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Birthday wishes to Princess Astrid! She looks well. Her canine companion is adorable.
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday and many happy returns to this lovely royal princess!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday dear lady. She radiates kindness and good humor. No wonder she's a favourite within the royal family. (V.M.)
ReplyDeleteSuch cute pics with her beloved dog who sat so well for these.
ReplyDeleteFirst her bold floral and that blue dress really brings out her blue eyes.
Glo
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