Tag Archives: Prince Carl Philip
A Look at Prince Carl Philip’s Nightclub Brawl
It's been a few days since Swedish Prince Carl Philip was involved in a scuffle outside a Cannes nightclub on Saturday, but the story remains in the headlines in Sweden and among royal watchers.
Here's a recap for those who do not know: Carl Philip and his girlfriend, Sofia Hellqvist, went to the exclusive club, Le Baoli for some late summer partying. When the couple exited the club at 3 a.m., an unknown man began to attack the Prince, by grabbing him by the neck and slapping him. Carl Philip Read more [...]
Baptism of Princess Estelle of Sweden
The newest royal heir of Sweden was baptized today at the royal chapel at Stockholm's Royal Palace. Proud parents Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel had their three month old baby daughter, Princess Estelle christened in an event televised live throughout the country, plus a few other European nations.
Victoria and Daniel were all smiles and very doting towards their firstborn child. The Prince held his daughter as he and the Crown Princess entered the chapel. Estelle was wearing the Read more [...]
Princess Estelle Makes Public Debut
When a crowd gathered outside the royal palace in Stockholm Monday, they were mainly there to wish King Carl XVI Gustaf a happy 66th birthday.
But the people got a big surprise when the King's first grandchild, 2 month old Princess Estelle made her royal debut on the balcony with her parents.
Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel brought their daughter out for the public to see at the end of the celebration, making the people cheer with joy and excitement. Proud father Daniel even held Read more [...]
Charles & Camilla’s First Official Visit to Sweden
On Thursday, Britain's Prince Charles made his first ever official visit to Sweden. Although His Royal Highness has made numerous private trips to that country in the past, this was the first he went there on behalf of the British government. He and wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, are doing a Scandinavian tour to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee.
Upon arriving at Arlanda airport in Stockholm, the couple were greeted by Prince Carl Philip. It was there that the Swedish air Read more [...]
Royals at the Vasaloppet Cross Country Ski Race
This Sunday saw royals - and their relatives - at Sweden's Vasaloppet cross country ski race. Considered to be the most famous cross country event in the world, the race marked its 90th anniversary this year.
Prince Carl Philip was there to give an opening speech for the race Friday evening at a local church.
"Three properties are required of it going Vasaloppet: determination, willpower and passion," he said.
"I know there are many families in the municipalities of Malung-Salen, river Read more [...]
Prince Carl Philip Awards Sweden’s Chef of the Year
Sweden's Prince Carl Philip was on hand to award the Chef of the Year Wednesday. This year's winner is Klas Lindberg, a freelance chef who's dish of fried steak and lobster won him the prestigious title.
The Prince placed a medal around Lindberg's neck as he expressed his delight over winning. He beat out 147 chefs for this title.
"It feels great," Lindberg said.
This award ceremony showcases Carl Philip picking up more duties as his older sister, Crown Princess Victoria, goes on maternity Read more [...]
Sofia Hellqvist Accepts Donation to Charity
The girlfriend of Sweden's Prince Carl Philip was in Helsinki, Finland Thursday to attend the Strauss concert where she accepted a check for her charity, Project Playground.
Dressed in a simple white and black dress, Sofia Hellqvist was all smiles as she accepted the check and gave a little speech in both Swedish and Finnish about the foundation. Project Playground helps disadvantaged children in South Africa.
"Project Playground offers children and young people in activities after school Read more [...]
Swedish Royals Attend Academy at Stock Exchange
On Tuesday, most of the Swedish royal family were at the annual gathering of the Swedish Academy at the Stockholm's Stock Exchange.
Founded in 1786 by King Gustav III, the Swedish Royal Academy is a cultural institution meant to promote Swedish language and literature.
Everyone, minus Princess Madeleine, showed up for the formal gathering. Crown Princess Victoria wore a lovely black velvet dress which showed her baby bump nicely.
Her mother, Queen Silvia, recently spoke to Svensk Damtidning Read more [...]
2011 Nobel Prizes Given Out in Sweden
Over in neighboring Sweden, the rest of the Nobel Prizes were handed out, with the Swedish royal family witnessing the event. While some may see the Nobel ceremony as a time to honor the achievements of the winners, others see it as a major a fashion event, especially for the royal women.
King Carl XVI Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria, Prince Daniel and Prince Carl Philip were present for the ceremony. The Queen wore the same gown she wore to the pre-wedding events of Victoria Read more [...]
Swedish King’s Gangster Ties Creates Crisis for Royal Family
Since the publication of the book The Reluctant Monarch last November, speculation over King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden's ties to the Mafia has grown. It has certainly grown louder this weekend with the release of recordings show the King and a longtime friend tried to pay off a sex club owner, who is a gangster, to retract claims that Carl Gustaf attended sex parties there.
The recordings have lead to many in Sweden to urge the King to come clean about his Mafia ties and apologize to the country Read more [...]
