How Marius Hoiby went from living in Norway royal family’s ‘gilded cage’ to alleged rapist

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 1, 2026 at 08:49 AM

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Marius Borg Hoiby, the son of Norway's future queen, Mette-Marit Tjessem Hoiby, is facing trial in Oslo's district court on Tuesday, accused of multiple offenses. The 29-year-old is charged with 38 counts, including four rapes and assaults against ex-girlfriends. He was arrested in August 2024 following an alleged assault on his then-girlfriend, which prompted other ex-girlfriends to come forward with accusations. The charges against Hoiby were subsequently broadened to include death threats, drug offenses, invasion of privacy, and violation of restraining orders. Hoiby has admitted to some minor offenses, citing substance abuse and mental health struggles as contributing factors.

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Crown Prince Haakon 50% Oslo District Court 50% Mette-Marit Tjessem Hoiby 60% Oslo 60% Norway ×280% Marius Borg Hoiby ×590%

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