Princess Martha Louise and Shaman Durek Verrett Wed in Norway

Juliette Morgan
Princess Martha Louise and Shaman Durek Verrett Wed in Norway

Two years after their engagement, 52-year-old Norwegian Princess Märtha Louise and her beloved, 49-year-old self-proclaimed shaman Durek Varret, got married. This long-awaited event for many took place on August 31.

As announced, the celebration took place in the resort town of Geiranger on the shores of the fjord of the same name - one of the most picturesque in Norway and even included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

On this important day in her life, Martha Louise wore a dress by Tina Steffenakk Hermansen with a 3.5-metre-long train. She completed her look with a piece of jewellery that is of particular importance to her: the Garrard tiara with ears of wheat with pearls and diamonds. This tiara was given to the princess for her 18th birthday by her grandfather, King Olav V of Norway. The groom wore a black tuxedo and trousers with a gold belt.

Марта Луиза и Дурек Варрет/Фото: Maja Moan/HEIKO JUNGE/AFP/East News
Марта Луиза и Дурек Варрет/Фото: Maja Moan/HEIKO JUNGE/AFP/East News

Despite the quite classic wedding organization in many respects, the event included a number of unconventional decisions, as expected from such an original couple. For example, instead of the usual pre-wedding dinner, a salsa party awaited the guests. Before that, the guests took a boat ride along the Geirangerfjord, their route passed the famous waterfalls "Seven Sisters", "Groom" and "Bride's Veil".

Among those invited, of course, were many high-ranking officials, including members of the Norwegian and Swedish royal families. King Harald V and Queen Sonja, Martha Louise's brother, Crown Prince Haakon, with his wife, Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, and their children came to congratulate the newlyweds. Martha Louise's three daughters, 21-year-old Maud, 19-year-old Leah, and 16-year-old Emma, ​​also joined the celebration.

The Norwegian royal family's website has already posted official portraits of the newlyweds in their circle of loved ones.

Марта Луиза и Дурек Варрет с близкими/Фото: Maja Moan/royalcourt.no
Марта Луиза и Дурек Варрет с близкими/Фото: Maja Moan/royalcourt.no

It should be noted that the wedding of Martha Louise and Durek Varrett became a high-profile event for many reasons. One of them is that this is the first time in history that a black man has married into a European royal family. Although Martha Louise renounced her royal powers for the sake of her marriage to Varrett, and Durek will not be awarded a title after the wedding. The couple is also of particular public interest due to Varrett's occupation.

The fact is that Verrett has been practicing medicine for many years without any special education or qualifications. He is often criticized for, for example, believing that cancer is a choice people make, and that chemotherapy, in his opinion, is prescribed to patients for the sake of doctors’ earnings. Nevertheless, the shaman has many fans among celebrities – for example, Gwyneth Paltrow called him her spiritual mentor.

A few years ago, Märtha Louise was sure she would never marry again. Her first marriage to writer Ari Behn, which lasted 14 years, ended in divorce, and Ari soon committed suicide. However, meeting Durek in 2018 completely changed the princess’s life.

More in the section Celebrity

Lily Collins posts photo of newborn daughter after surrogacy criticism
Celebrity

Lily Collins posts photo of newborn daughter after surrogacy criticism

Previously, she was accused of not giving birth to her first child herself.

Marie Kraimbrery and David Manukyan will become parents
Celebrity

Marie Kraimbrery and David Manukyan will become parents

The singer announced her pregnancy.

"He showed up, made headlines around the world and left." Kanye West thinks the Grammys are "boring" and Bianca Censori's "naked" outfit is "art"
Celebrity

"He showed up, made headlines around the world and left." Kanye West thinks the Grammys are "boring" and Bianca Censori's "naked" outfit is "art"

They were previously kicked off the awards red carpet.

Kate Middleton has revealed a new photo taken by her youngest son Prince Louis
Celebrity

Kate Middleton has revealed a new photo taken by her youngest son Prince Louis

The post was published on the eve of World Cancer Day.

Bianca Censori and Kanye West attend Grammys afterparty after being kicked off red carpet over Bianca's 'naked' dress
Celebrity

Bianca Censori and Kanye West attend Grammys afterparty after being kicked off red carpet over Bianca's 'naked' dress

Footage of the couple dancing candidly has leaked onto the internet.

Shaman and Ekaterina Mizulina kissed in front of schoolchildren
Celebrity

Shaman and Ekaterina Mizulina kissed in front of schoolchildren

They still haven't officially confirmed their relationship.

Nadezhda Obolentseva and billionaire Evgeny Shvidler got married
Celebrity

Nadezhda Obolentseva and billionaire Evgeny Shvidler got married

Rezo Gigineishvili's ex-wife has married for the fourth time.

"Drop the Coat and Turn Around." Kanye West Directed Bianca Censori's Grammy Striptease
Celebrity

"Drop the Coat and Turn Around." Kanye West Directed Bianca Censori's Grammy Striptease

The couple's public appearance caused a scandal.

Will Smith's Grammy Appearance Criticized Online After Oscar Scandal
Celebrity

Will Smith's Grammy Appearance Criticized Online After Oscar Scandal

Will Smith stole the spotlight when he performed a tribute to Quincy Jones at the Grammy Awards.

Kanye West's Ex-Girlfriend Julia Fox and His Wife Bianca Censori Both Step Out in 'Naked' Dresses
Celebrity

Kanye West's Ex-Girlfriend Julia Fox and His Wife Bianca Censori Both Step Out in 'Naked' Dresses

Bianca Censori was kicked out of the Grammy Awards along with her husband because of her nude dress.


Lily Collins posts photo of newborn daughter after surrogacy criticism
Celebrity

Lily Collins posts photo of newborn daughter after surrogacy criticism

Marie Kraimbrery and David Manukyan will become parents
Celebrity

Marie Kraimbrery and David Manukyan will become parents

"He showed up, made headlines around the world and left." Kanye West thinks the Grammys are "boring" and Bianca Censori's "naked" outfit is "art"
Celebrity

"He showed up, made headlines around the world and left." Kanye West thinks the Grammys are "boring" and Bianca Censori's "naked" outfit is "art"

Kate Middleton has revealed a new photo taken by her youngest son Prince Louis
Celebrity

Kate Middleton has revealed a new photo taken by her youngest son Prince Louis

Bianca Censori and Kanye West attend Grammys afterparty after being kicked off red carpet over Bianca's 'naked' dress
Celebrity

Bianca Censori and Kanye West attend Grammys afterparty after being kicked off red carpet over Bianca's 'naked' dress

Shaman and Ekaterina Mizulina kissed in front of schoolchildren
Celebrity

Shaman and Ekaterina Mizulina kissed in front of schoolchildren

Nadezhda Obolentseva and billionaire Evgeny Shvidler got married
Celebrity

Nadezhda Obolentseva and billionaire Evgeny Shvidler got married

"Drop the Coat and Turn Around." Kanye West Directed Bianca Censori's Grammy Striptease
Celebrity

"Drop the Coat and Turn Around." Kanye West Directed Bianca Censori's Grammy Striptease

Will Smith's Grammy Appearance Criticized Online After Oscar Scandal
Celebrity

Will Smith's Grammy Appearance Criticized Online After Oscar Scandal

Kanye West's Ex-Girlfriend Julia Fox and His Wife Bianca Censori Both Step Out in 'Naked' Dresses
Celebrity

Kanye West's Ex-Girlfriend Julia Fox and His Wife Bianca Censori Both Step Out in 'Naked' Dresses

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley posts archive footage to celebrate daughter's birthday
Celebrity

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley posts archive footage to celebrate daughter's birthday

Asmat Chkotua showed how she celebrated her birthday with her husband and friends
Celebrity

Asmat Chkotua showed how she celebrated her birthday with her husband and friends

Nadezhda Obolentseva published a photo from her vacation
Celebrity

Nadezhda Obolentseva published a photo from her vacation

Beyoncé's 12-year-old daughter is once again criticized online for her overly "grown-up" outfit at the Grammys
Celebrity

Beyoncé's 12-year-old daughter is once again criticized online for her overly "grown-up" outfit at the Grammys

Beyoncé wins best album for the first time, Kanye West goes home empty-handed: Grammy Award winners
Celebrity

Beyoncé wins best album for the first time, Kanye West goes home empty-handed: Grammy Award winners

Beyoncé Wins Grammy Amid Controversy, Her Reaction Becomes Online Meme
Celebrity

Beyoncé Wins Grammy Amid Controversy, Her Reaction Becomes Online Meme

Kanye West and Bianca Censori Kicked Out of Grammy Awards
Celebrity

Kanye West and Bianca Censori Kicked Out of Grammy Awards

Justin Baldoni created a website dedicated to the conflict with Blake Lively, and published a fragment of correspondence with the actress, hinting at flirting on her part
Celebrity

Justin Baldoni created a website dedicated to the conflict with Blake Lively, and published a fragment of correspondence with the actress, hinting at flirting on her part

Lily Collins' husband hits back at critics after revealing his and the actress' first child was born via surrogate
Celebrity

Lily Collins' husband hits back at critics after revealing his and the actress' first child was born via surrogate

Jennifer Lopez in a fur coat and a plunging neckline at a pre-Grammys party
Celebrity

Jennifer Lopez in a fur coat and a plunging neckline at a pre-Grammys party