Norway is preparing for a royal wedding at the end of this month when Crown Prince Haakon's older sister Princess Martha Louise ties the knot with her fiancé, Durek Verrett. Martha, 52, and 49-year-old Durek, a self-professed shaman, are due to marry in a three-day extravaganza in western Norway in front of the Norwegian royal family and their nearest and dearest. The August nuptials will be covered exclusively by HELLO! so make sure to check back for the latest photos and updates.
Here's everything you need to know about the wedding so far...
1 7 The engagement View post on Instagram Martha and Durek, who confirmed their romance in May 2019, announced their engagement in June 2022. At the time, the princess shared a gorgeous photo of the couple looking all loved-up, with the bride-to-be's diamond and emerald engagement ring on full display. "I am so happy to announce that I am engaged to Shaman Durek, the one who makes my heart skip, the one who sees me and acknowledges me from my highest potential, who makes me laugh and who I can be vulnerable with," Martha wrote on Instagram.
"Love transcends and makes us grow. And I am so happy to continue to grow with this beautiful man. Thank you to all my friends and family who have stood steadfast by our side and special thanks to @hegecfossum and @stargatemusic for your generosity and making our day truly special.
@babak_golkar and @max_bouchard." 2 7 The wedding date View post on Instagram Following their engagement news, the pri.