Princess Märtha Louise and Durek Verrett are showing off their romance.
Following reports questioning their relationship, the Princess of Norway and her husband recently offered a peek into their loving summer, seemingly dismissing rumors that their marriage was a cover for their sexual orientations.
The couple shared a video on Instagram on October 10th featuring cute selfies and photos from their time with Martha’s three daughters: 22-year-old Maud, 19-year-old Leah, and 16-year-old Emma. Martha shares her daughters with her ex-partner, Ari Behn, who sadly passed away in 2019, two years after their separation.
The family seemed to have a wonderful summer, filled with outdoor fun like visiting waterfalls, watching sunsets, and relaxing by the water. Martha shared the happy memories with a post saying, “Missing summer!”
Martha and Durek recently offered a peek into their personal life, shortly after addressing rumors about their relationship being a “lavender marriage.” These rumors surfaced following their appearance on the Netflix documentary *Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story*.
The couple addressed the criticism on October 6th with a playful video. It showed a collection of comments speculating about them, set to footage of the couple looking puzzled.
They mentioned they enjoy lavender, but it doesn’t quite fit their style. They prefer things that are unique and simply appreciate beautiful things.
The video concludes with Durek embracing Martha and playfully dipping her, while gazing at her with affection. He revealed in the caption that the lavender scent people noticed wasn’t lavender at all, but rather a symbol of their love and lasting impact.
Even though some people question whether their relationship is genuine, Durek—who is bisexual—admitted they initially told Martha’s daughters he was just her close gay friend when they started dating in 2018.
Durek explained in the Netflix documentary that becoming known as the ‘cool gay best friend’ helped him build a relationship with Martha. He said it allowed him to gradually introduce their connection, and when people realized they were in love, it made things a little easier for everyone.
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In October 2025, the King and his oldest son attended the Countdown to COP30 event held at the Natural History Museum in London.
The couple took photos outside the museum, then went inside for meetings with government officials and climate change activists. This event took place ahead of the COP30 World Leaders Summit in Belém, Brazil, in November, which Prince William will attend as a representative for his father.
In September 2025, Sarah, Duchess of York, stepped down 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 reports surfaced this weekend about the Duchess of York’s communication with Jeffrey Epstein, Julia’s House has decided it’s no longer appropriate for her to serve as 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.
Oh my gosh, you guys, Peter Phillips – Princess Anne’s son! – is engaged! I’ve been following his relationship with Harriet Sperling for over a year now, and I was SO excited to hear they announced it on August 1st! It’s just… everything I hoped for! I’m seriously thrilled for them both.
The couple’s representative told Hello! magazine that both families were told about the engagement at the same time and were very happy about it.
Just a day before turning 78, the royal was made an honorary Vice Admiral by the Royal Navy.
Camilla is the first woman to receive this honorary title. It’s awarded only at the request of the First Sea Lord—currently Sir Gwyn Jenkins—and with the approval of the sovereign, in this case, her husband, King Charles III.
As a lifestyle expert, I’m following the story closely, and it’s just been confirmed that Princess Kate won’t be attending Royal Ascot today. Kensington Palace let NBC News know she’s had to pull out of the event just hours before she was scheduled to join the festivities. It’s always disappointing when plans change, and we’re sending her our best wishes.
The palace said Kate was sad to miss the event, but she’s still working out how to best manage her public appearances as she recovers from cancer.
Prince Harry’s lawsuit seeking extra security ended on May 2nd when a court dismissed it. 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 stopped being full-time working royals in 2021 and moved to the U.S., their security arrangements were reduced. However, Harry continued to request security protection during his visits 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 that, as things currently stand, he doesn’t foresee returning to the UK with his wife and children.
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. However, he expressed hope that they can repair their relationship.
Prince Harry expressed his desire to mend fences with his family, particularly his father, but indicated the decision to move forward rests with his dad.
He doesn’t foresee returning to the U.K. with his family anytime soon. He expressed sadness that his children won’t have the chance to get to know his home country.
Harry explained that his father has significant influence and could potentially solve the situation. He doesn’t need to get directly involved, but simply allow the professionals to handle things and continue their work.
I’m seeing a really positive shift – someone who’s been through a lot of tough times is finally extending an olive branch, hoping to make things right. It’s incredibly moving, and honestly, it really puts things in perspective. He shared with me that life is just too short, especially when you’re thinking about loved ones, and he’s acutely aware of how precious time is with his father.
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 he’s seen in people.
As someone who’s walked through a cancer diagnosis myself, I know firsthand how overwhelming and scary it can be – not just for the person facing it, but for their families too. But I’ve also seen something incredible through it all. It really highlights the goodness in people, and brings out the very best in humanity. That’s what I wanted to share in this resource – a reminder that even in the toughest times, there’s still so much light.
He expressed his gratitude to the healthcare workers 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, happening just a week after Princess Catherine shared her cancer diagnosis.
On April 15th, Jason Knauf was named the new Chief Executive Officer 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 inspiring positive change for the planet.
He was promoted almost seven years after he raised concerns about Meghan Markle’s behavior, claiming she bullied two personal assistants and tried to discredit another staff member. Representatives for the Sussexes rejected these claims, telling *The Times* that the story was a deliberate attempt to damage their reputation with false information.
Buckingham Palace looked into the claims, but the investigation concluded in 2022 with no public announcement 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 Parc des Princes stadium.
Graham Craker, a former bodyguard to Prince Harry and Prince William, passed away in April at the age of 77.
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 saw Prince William acknowledge him while the hearse carrying the Queen Mother was passing. Craker had been standing at the back of the vehicle, and he nodded to Prince William, who seemed reassured that Craker was with his mother during her last journey.
Hugh and Olivia Grosvenor, who is the godson of King Charles III, 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 in a statement that Frederik is like a superhero to him, their family, and countless friends. Thanks to Frederik’s PolG Foundation, he’s now inspiring people all over the world. Robert believes a key part of Frederik’s strength is his ability to motivate others and lead through his own actions.
Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, reached a legal settlement with News Group Newspapers – the company that publishes *The Sun* and formerly published *News of the World* – on January 22nd. He had sued the organization in 2019, claiming that journalists and investigators working for its newspapers illegally obtained information about the royal family.
According to NBC News, the settlement involved a significant financial payment and a complete, sincere apology to Prince Harry. The company also publicly admitted to the widespread and deeply invasive coverage of both his and his mother, Princess Diana’s, private lives.
On January 14th, The Princess of Wales shared the wonderful news that her cancer treatment has been successful and she is now in remission.
She shared on X (formerly Twitter) on January 14th that she’s relieved to be in remission and is continuing to focus on getting better. She noted that, like anyone facing a cancer diagnosis, it’s taking time to adjust to life after treatment.
She added that she was excited about the year ahead and optimistic about what it holds.
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is grieving the loss of her rescue beagle, whom she adopted in 2015, before she met Prince Harry.
In a post on January 7th, she shared that she’d been crying so much, describing the kind of tears that make you want to hide in the shower, hoping the water will wash away the pain. She acknowledged that even though it hurts, it’s okay to feel that way.
Meghan lovingly remembered her dog, Guy, saying, ‘Thank you for always loving me, my sweet boy. You brought so much joy to my life.’
Edward Pettifer, the stepson of Prince William and Prince Harry’s former nanny, Tiggy Legge-Bourke (also known as Alexandra Pettifer), was a victim in the New Orleans terrorist attack on New Year’s Day.
I was so incredibly saddened to hear about the death of Ed Pettifer. Prince William and Catherine shared a message on Kate’s Instagram, and it really resonated with me. They said they were shocked and heartbroken, and that their thoughts are with Ed’s family and everyone affected by this terrible tragedy. It’s just awful, and I’m sending my deepest condolences to everyone involved.
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 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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