Norway crown princess’s son makes tearful admission of ‘need for recognition’, denies rape

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 4, 2026 at 02:42 PM

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Marius Borg Hoiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is currently on trial in Oslo, Norway, facing 38 charges, including four counts of rape and assault against former girlfriends. Hoiby pleaded not guilty to the most serious offenses, which could result in a 16-year prison sentence if convicted. During his testimony, the 29-year-old addressed the court, admitting to a life of excess driven by a need for recognition, stemming from being in the public eye since childhood due to his mother's relationship with the Crown Prince. He also criticized the media for allegedly harassing him since he was three years old.

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