Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit Regrets Friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, Calls it Manipulation

Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit has publicly stated that she was manipulated by the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to multiple reports. In a recent interview with NRK, she expressed regret over her association with Epstein, emphasizing that she had been deceived by him despite their ongoing communication after his 2008 conviction for child sex trafficking, as reported by Global News Canada and The Local Norway.

The Crown Princess revealed that her interactions with Epstein continued even after his prison sentence, noting she had searched for him online in 2011 and emailed him referencing her Google search, yet claimed she was unaware of his criminal status at the time, according to The Guardian and The Independent. This disclosure sheds light on the long-term nature of their connection and her denial of involvement or knowledge of his criminal activities.

Mette-Marit described feeling personally manipulated and deceived by Epstein, distinguishing her relationship as one of friendship but underscoring the exploitative nature of the contact, as noted by La Jornada and DW News. The revelations come amid ongoing investigations into Epstein’s network and its impact on high-profile figures, increasing scrutiny of the Norwegian royal family’s associations.

Several international outlets like The Straits Times and The Star Malaysia highlight that the Crown Princess’s admission aims to address the controversy surrounding her ties to Epstein, which has raised questions about the extent of the royal family's involvement or awareness. Her statement represents an effort to manage public and media fallout while distancing herself from Epstein’s criminal legacy.

Going forward, attention will focus on whether Norwegian authorities or other investigative bodies pursue any further inquiries related to the Crown Princess’s connection to Epstein. The development is likely to affect public perception of the royal family and may influence ongoing discussions about accountability among elites linked to Epstein’s circle.