In Pics: Denmark’s Crown Princess Mary To Become First Aussie-born Queen

Published: Tuesday, January 2, 2024, 10:47 [IST]

On New Year's Eve, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark made a surprising announcement, revealing her decision to step down from the throne on January 14. Subsequently, discussions surrounding Denmark's Crown Princess Mary ascending to the role of the next queen have intensified. Here is everything you need to know about the country’s queen consort.

In Pics: Denmark’s Crown Princess Mary To Become First Aussie-born Queen

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Mary Elizabeth Donaldson was born on February 5, 1972, in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.

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She has a degree in Commerce and Law from the University of Tasmania and completed a graduate program in advertising.

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Mary met Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark during the 2000 Sydney Olympics, and their relationship gained public attention.

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Crown Prince Frederik and Mary Donaldson announced their engagement on October 8, 2003, and they were married on May 14, 2004, at Copenhagen Cathedral.

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The couple has four children: Prince Christian, Princess Isabella, Prince Vincent, and Princess Josephine.

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As the wife of the heir apparent, Mary holds the title of Crown Princess of Denmark. As Queen Margrethe II announced her stepping down, Princess Mary is all set to become the Queen consort.

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She will become the first Australian-Born person to become Queen of a European monarchy.

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Mary is known for her multilingual abilities, being fluent in Danish, English, and has proficiency in French.

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The Crown Prince Couple resides at Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen, the official residence of the Danish royal family. They also spend time at their private residence, Frederik VIII's Palace, in the Amalienborg complex.