Prince Henrik’s Birthday Dinner
June 12, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
Prince Henrik’s birthday celebration would not be complete without a lavish dinner. And so, the Danish royal family and their guests came together at Fredensborg Castle on the evening June 11, 2009 for the happy occasion.
Everyone was all smiles, and the gowns and dazzling tiaras were arrayed in all their glory.
First, of course, are Queen Margrethe and her prince consort, the man of the hour, Prince Henrik:
More Photos of the Royals at Prince Henrik’s Birthday Parade
June 12, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
Our coverage of the celebration of Prince Henrik of Denmark’s 75th birthday continues with more photos of the royals. Queen Margrethe, Prince Henrik, Crown Prince Frederik, Crown Princess Mary, Prince Joachim, Princess Marie and the little ones Prince Christian and Princess Isabella gathered on the steps of Fredensborg Castle to watch the birthday parade. Prince Felix and Prince Nikolai, the sons of Prince Joachim and Countess Alexandra, were also present, as was Princess Victoria of Sweden.
Queen Margrethe and Prince Henrik with their grandson Prince Christian:
Danish Royals Watch Prince Henrik’s Birthday Parade
June 11, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
Today, Prince Henrik’s 75th birthday, was marked in public by a parade at Fredensborg Castle in Copenhagen, Denmark. The Danish royal family, including the youngest (and most adorable!) members, gathered on the steps to watch the parade.
The entire family helped make the occasion all the more festive for Prince Henrik. But Prince Christian and Princess Isabella, the children of the Prince Frederik and Princess Mary, practically stole the show. I dare say that the little royals were the cutest sight in the entire parade!
Prince Henrik and Danish Royals Attend Birthday Concert
June 11, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
Here are the second set of photos from the celebration of the 75th birthday of Denmark’s Prince Henrik. These are from the concert held at the new Denmark Radios Concert Hall on June 10, 2009. A reception followed the performance.
The Danish royal family, sans the children, all attended the concert. Even Alexandra, Countess of Frederiksborg, came with her husband Martin Joergensen. She wore a one-shoulder white dress with black detailing.
Princess Marie, with Prince Joachim, also came in black and white. Hers was a flowing white dress under a short black jacket. Princess Mary was a head-turner in a simple but dazzling fuschia dress. Queen Margrethe chose a lovely blue dress for her husband’s concert celebration.
More photos below:
Denmark’s Prince Henrik Celebrates 75th Birthday
June 11, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
Prince Henrik of Denmark, the consort of Queen Margrethe, celebrated his 75th birthday today, June 11, 2009 with several events.
The birthday events began yesterday, June 10, with a lunch onboard the Danish Royal Family’s Dannebrog Yacht. Despite the pouring rain, the royals were in high spirits and greeted the equally happy crowd who waited to see them. The royal family also attended Prince Henrik’s birthday concert in Copenhagen yesterday.
Today, there was a parade at Fredensborg Castle, which was enjoyed by everyone, especially the young royals.
I have pictures to show of all these happy events, so here goes the rest of the first set. These are all from the lunch on the Dannebrog yesterday. Princess Marie looked fabulous on her first public appearance after the birth of her and Prince Joachim’s son last month.
More Photos of the Danish Royals Hosting Greek President’s Visit
May 18, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
Here are more photos of the Danish royal family during the welcome ceremony for Greek president Dr. Karolos Papoulias and his wife, Mrs. May Panou Papoulia. After these are a couple during the gala, so click through for the rest of the post.
The welcome ceremony was held outdoors with a traditional parade in review. Queen Margrethe, Prince Consort Henrik, Prince Frederik, Princess Mary and Prince Joachim attended the ceremony.
From left: Queen Margrethe, Dr. Karolos Papoulias, Mrs. May Panou Papoulias and Prince Henrik.
Denmark’s Royal Family Welcome Greek President
May 18, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
Queen Margrethe welcomes Greek President Papoulias on May 18, 2009.
The Danish Royal Family, headed by Queen Margrethe, converged in Copenhagen today, May 18, 2009, to welcome the President of the Hellenic Republic Dr. Karolos Papoulias and his wife Mrs. May Panou Papoulias. Prince Consort Henrik, Crown Prince Frederik, Crown Princess Mary and Prince Joachim accompanied the Queen.
The Greek dignitaries are in Denmark for a three day official visit, aimed to continue the strong historic bond between the two countries.
Danish Royals Celebrate Queen Margrethe’s Birthday
April 17, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
From left (back row): Prince Frederik, Princess Mary, Prince Henrik, Queen Margrethe, Princess Marie, and Prince Joachim. (Front row): Prince Christian, Prince Felix, Princess Isabella, and Prince Nikolai. Click on image for larger.
The Danish royal family made their appearance at the balcony of Amalienborg Palace for Queen Margrethe’s 69th birthday celebrations.
Queen Margrethe, Prince Henrik, Crown Prince Frederik, Crown Princess Mary, Prince Joachim and Princess Marie greeted the crowds on April 16, 2009. The younger ones, Prince Nikolai, Prince Felix, Prince Christian, and Princess Isabella, joined their parents and grandparents in the family wave.
It’s good to see the entire family together, looking well and happy.
Edit: Just added more photos below:
New Official Photos of the Danish Royal Family
March 26, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
The Danish Royal Family has released new official portraits for 2009. The following seven photos are posted on the website of the Danish Monarchy:
- Group portrait of Queen Margrethe, Prince Henrik, Crown Prince Frederik, Crown Princess Mary, Prince Joachim and Princess Marie (photographer: Martin Mydtskov Rønne)
- Solo of Crown Prince Frederik, wearing official military dress (photographer: Steen Evald)
- Solo of Crown Princess Mary, seated, in a blue gown (photographer: Steen Evald)
- Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary (photo above; photographer: Steen Evald)
- Solo portrait of Prince Joachim, in official military dress (photographer: Steen Brogaard)
- Solo of Princess Marie, in a dark blue gown (photographer: Steen Brogaard)
- Prince Joachim and Princess Marie (photographer: Steen Brogaard)
Princess Marie, who is pregnant, is already showing her baby bump. The photos were taken in Amalienborg Palace in January 2009.
Image: Newscom
Danish Royal Gala for Sports and Culture
March 20, 2009 by Maricar Macalincag
Denmark’s Crown Prince Frederik didn’t let his crutches prevent him from having a good time at the Gala dinner for Sports and Culture hosted by his mother Queen Margrethe at the Christiansborg Palace this week.
The dashing prince had an operation on his leg after a ski accident, but was in good spirits and fine form for the gala. His wife, the Crown Princess Mary, was in an elegant full-length purple gown that night.