One royal couple is rebelling against their doubters.
Norway’s Princess Märtha Louise and her husband, Durek Verrett, recently responded to rumors that their marriage is a ‘lavender marriage‘ – a term for a straight-appearing marriage used to hide someone’s LGBTQ+ identity. The couple’s August 2024 wedding was the subject of a Netflix documentary called *Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story*.
A recent Instagram video from October 6th showed Märtha Louise and Durek looking puzzled when asked, “What’s a Lavender Marriage?” The video then cut to the pair wearing lavender outfits, accompanied by screenshots of comments from social media.
One person online commented that the Norwegian reality TV star was in a ‘lavender marriage,’ meaning a marriage of convenience, and another user echoed that sentiment, suggesting she might not even realize it.
Märtha Louise and Durek shook their heads, then Durek lifted his wife in a dance, and they shared a loving look.
“Ordinary isn’t our thing,” the final onscreen text read. “We just love.”
To emphasize their message, Durek—a self-described shaman—wrote with the photo, “You thought this was lavender? Surprise—it’s all about love and family history.”
Durek, who is bisexual, was married to Zaneta Marzalkova from 2005 to 2009. He was also engaged to Hank Greenberg for eight years, from 2007 to 2015.
He mentioned in the document that Märtha Louise first introduced him to her daughters – Maud, 22, Leah, 20, and Emma, 17 – as her gay partner. These daughters are from her marriage to the late Ari Behn.
He was relieved she immediately told them he was her close, gay friend. He explained that they both had strong personalities, and he worried they would have given him a hard time otherwise. Becoming known as the ‘cool gay best friend’ helped him fit in, and it made it easier for them to accept that he and she eventually fell in love.
Even though some people on social media question whether their relationship is real, Märtha Louise has openly shared her feelings for Durek. The couple first connected in 2018.
She told Today.com in a recent interview that being married is wonderful, particularly when you’re with the person you love. She added that it’s incredible to be loved so deeply by her husband.
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In September 2025, Sarah, Duchess of York, was removed as a patron of Julia’s House after an old email from 2011 surfaced. The email revealed she referred to Jeffrey Epstein as a friend.
After details of the Duchess of York’s communication with Jeffrey Epstein became public this weekend, Julia’s House has decided it’s no longer appropriate for her to remain a patron of the charity, according to The Guardian. The charity has informed the Duchess of this decision and expressed gratitude for her previous contributions.
A representative for Ferguson stated the email was sent following a threat made by Epstein.
After a 19-month absence, Prince Harry was spotted arriving at Clarence House—the King’s home in London—apparently to visit his father before attending another event in the city.
Harry arrived at the house around 5:20 p.m. on September 10th, but Charles had come back just a few hours earlier.
Princess Anne’s son and his former husband, Mark Phillips, announced on August 1st that he will marry his girlfriend, Harriet Sperling, after dating for over a year.
The couple’s spokesperson told Hello! magazine that both families were told together about the engagement and were very happy about it.
I was so charmed to learn that, just a day before turning 78, the royal was honored with the title of Vice Admiral by the Royal Navy! It’s a lovely way to recognize her long-standing connection and support of the armed forces, and a beautiful pre-birthday gift, don’t you think?
Camilla is the first woman to receive this honorary title. It’s awarded only by the monarch – in this case, her husband, King Charles III – based on a recommendation from the First Sea Lord, currently Sir Gwyn Jenkins.
Just hours before she was scheduled to attend, Princess Catherine cancelled her appearance at Royal Ascot, the annual horse race. Kensington Palace confirmed the news to NBC News.
The palace said Kate was sad she couldn’t attend the event, but she’s still working out how to manage her public appearances as she recovers from cancer.
Prince Harry’s lawsuit seeking extra security ended on May 2nd when a court dismissed his case. This came over a year after a previous request for increased protection was denied by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee.
After Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped down as senior royals in 2021 and moved to the U.S., their security details were reduced. However, Harry continued to request security protection during his trips back to the U.K. in the following years.
Prince Harry told the BBC on May 2nd that he was deeply upset by the outcome of his recent legal fight. He stated he doesn’t foresee returning to the UK with his wife and children anytime soon.
In an interview with the BBC on May 2nd, Prince Harry said his father, King Charles III, isn’t currently speaking to him due to disagreements about security. He expressed hope that they could resolve their differences and reconnect.
Prince Harry expressed a desire to rebuild his relationship with his family, including his father, but indicated the decision to move forward rests with his dad.
As someone who’s always believed in building a life where family thrives, I’ve made the difficult decision not to return to the U.K. with my wife and kids right now. It honestly breaks my heart that my children won’t have the chance to really experience and get to know the country where I grew up – it’s something I’d always dreamed of sharing with them.
Harry explained that his father has significant influence and could potentially solve the situation. He suggested this wouldn’t require direct involvement, but rather allowing professionals to handle things without interference.
After years of fighting, he’s now seeking peace and a chance to make amends. He explained, “Life is short, and my father doesn’t have much time left.”
More than a year after revealing his cancer diagnosis, King Charles wrote on April 29th that going through treatment has highlighted the kindness and strength of people around him.
In a booklet offering support to cancer patients and their families, Charles wrote that a diagnosis is understandably scary. However, speaking from personal experience, he also emphasized that it can reveal incredible kindness and strength in people.
He expressed gratitude to the healthcare professionals who cared for him, and shared that the experience deepened his respect for the incredible work done by the organizations and people present, many of whom he’s known and supported for years.
Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their three children – Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis – were absent from the royal family’s traditional Easter service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor on April 20th.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla joined the rest of the royal family in celebrations, but Prince William and Kate chose to spend the weekend at their country home in Norfolk with their children, according to several news sources.
This was the second Easter the couple missed. It happened just a week after Princess Kate shared the news of her cancer diagnosis.
On April 15th, Jason Knauf was appointed the new CEO of Prince William’s environmental initiative, The Earthshot Prize. In a statement on the organization’s website, Knauf expressed his excitement about collaborating with the team and the Earthshot community to further their goal of hopeful and impactful action for the planet.
He received a promotion almost seven years after he reported concerns about Meghan Markle’s behavior, claiming she bullied two personal assistants and tried to discredit another staff member. Representatives for the Sussexes dismissed the claims, telling *The Times* that the story was a deliberately damaging attempt to spread false information.
Buckingham Palace looked into the claims, but the investigation concluded in 2022 with no public report of its findings.
William and Kate’s eldest son George attended a soccer match in Paris alongside his dad April 7.
A father and son happily watched the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa at the Parc des Princes stadium.
I was so saddened to hear about the passing of Graham Craker. He was a remarkable man who dedicated years to protecting the royal family – I remember seeing him with Prince Harry and Prince William many times. He passed away in April at the age of 77, and he’ll be greatly missed.
Craker was with Princes William and Harry when they found out their mother, Princess Diana, had passed away, and he was also present at her funeral.
In 2017, Craker told The New York Post that he was standing near the back of the hearse when Prince William looked up and saw him. Craker nodded back, and William seemed reassured to know Craker was with his mother during her last trip.
Hugh Grosvenor, the godson of King Charles III, and his wife, Olivia Grosvenor, shared the happy news on March 12th that they are expecting their first child.
A spokesperson announced to The Telegraph that the duchess is pregnant and expecting a baby this summer. The couple expressed their joy and excitement about starting a family.
Prince Frederik, the son of Prince Robert and Princess Julie, passed away on March 1st at the age of 22 after a struggle with a rare genetic condition called PolG mitochondrial disease.
Robert shared that Frederik is a hero to his family, friends, and now, through his PolG Foundation, to people around the world. He explained that Frederik’s strength came from his ability to inspire others and lead by setting a good example.
Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, reached a legal settlement with News Group Newspapers – the company behind both *The Sun* and the now-closed *News of the World* – on January 22nd. He had sued them in 2019, claiming their journalists and investigators illegally obtained information about the royal family.
According to NBC News, the settlement involved the company paying a significant amount in damages and offering a complete and sincere apology to Prince Harry. They also publicly acknowledged the widespread and deeply invasive media coverage of both his and Princess Diana’s private lives.
I was so thrilled to hear the wonderful news that The Princess of Wales is in remission! After completing her cancer treatment, she announced on January 14th that she’s doing so much better, and it’s just such a relief and happy moment for all of us who’ve been following her journey.
Oh my gosh, she posted! It’s such a huge relief to hear she’s in remission, and she says she’s still really focused on getting better. She totally gets it – she wrote that anyone who’s gone through cancer knows it takes a long time to figure out what ‘normal’ even *is* anymore. I’m just so happy for her and sending all the good vibes her way!
She added that she was excited about the year ahead and optimistic about what it would bring.
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is grieving the loss of her rescue beagle, whom she adopted in 2015, before she met Prince Harry.
On January 7th, she shared a vulnerable post on Instagram, describing feeling overwhelmed with tears. She explained how she’d often try to wash away her sadness in the shower, hoping to escape the pain, but acknowledging that it’s okay to feel those emotions anyway.
Meghan lovingly remembered her dog, Guy, saying, “Thank you for all the love you gave me, always. You brought so much joy to my life.”
Edward Pettifer, the stepson of Tiggy Legge-Bourke – who used to be a nanny for Princes William and Harry – was killed in a terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day.
Prince William and Princess Catherine were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Ed Pettifer. In a statement posted on Princess Catherine’s Instagram on January 4th, Prince William said their thoughts are with the Pettifer family and everyone affected by this terrible tragedy.
Meghan Markle, known for her role in the TV show *Suits*, launched a new Instagram account on January 1st. She had previously closed her personal social media accounts just before marrying Prince Harry in 2018.
The next day, she revealed a new Netflix series called *With Love, Meghan*. A press release described it as a fresh take on lifestyle shows, combining helpful tips and honest chats with both familiar and new friends.
In June 2025, Prince William and Kate Middleton made a special appearance at Wimbledon with their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
The family shared on Instagram how happy they were to be back at Wimbledon for the Championships finals this weekend. They congratulated Iga Świątek and Jannik Sinner on their victories and thanked everyone who helped make the tournament so wonderful.
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