Just 11 days before becoming Queen of Denmark, Princess Mary lost a trusted member of her staff.
Just three days after Queen Margrethe of Denmark announced her abdication, Soren Hedegaard, Mary’s hairdresser for the past 23 years, has announced that he is stepping down.
The hairdresser posted a photo of herself with the Crown Princess on Instagram on the day of Charles III’s coronation.
Hedegaard captioned the post: [sic] With a change in the throne in mind at the end of 2023, I have also chosen to change my life.
Princess Mary loses a trusted staff member as she becomes Queen of Denmark
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“On January 14, 2024, after 23 years as hairdresser to Her Royal Highness Princess Mary, I will pass the baton to the next generation.
“The past 23 years have been filled with wonderful and unforgettable memories and friendships that I will always hold close to my heart.
“My life has always been colorful and varied and I hope it continues to be so.
“My craft is the blood of my heart. Therefore, my work as Creative Director of STUHR is also where I will put all my energy and love for my profession in the future.”
Soren Hedegaard posted this photo with Crown Princess Mary
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Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederick attending the coronation ceremonyP.A.
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark announces abdication in New Year’s speech
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On Tuesday, the Danish royal family confirmed the new title the Danish royal family will use upon Frederick’s accession to the throne.
The new monarch would be known as Frederick X, and his wife would be Queen Mary.
Queen Margrethe’s style and status as Her Majesty will remain the same, but Prince Christian will take over his father’s current title of Crown Prince.