Tore Renberg Defends Crown Princess Mette-Marit Amidst Ongoing Scrutiny
Norwegian author Tore Renberg has publicly defended Crown Princess Mette-Marit following the decision by the Norwegian Library Association to end its patronage with the Princess. The move comes amidst continued media attention surrounding the Crown Princess’s connection to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and the ongoing legal proceedings involving her son, Marius Borg Høiby.
A Literary Advocate’s Perspective
Renberg voiced his concerns on Facebook, criticizing the Library Association’s decision and stating, “I do not like that You’ll see people in a boardroom who sense they cannot receive support from a person who stumbled when discussing literature with a worm.” He emphasized that no criminal charges have been filed against the Crown Princess.
Renberg acknowledged the demanding situation the Crown Princess faces, calling her “a vulnerable person in crisis, as everyone can see.”
Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s Commitment to Literature
The Crown Princess has long been a champion of literature and reading. She opened the Norwegian pavilion and the guest country program in April 2025, with authors Tore Renberg and Harald Rosenløw in attendance. She is also the protector of the Norwegian Library Association and has visited numerous libraries, believing that “there is a book for everyone.”
In 2015, Renberg and Rosenløw joined the Crown Princess on the “Literature Train,” a mobile library traveling between Trondheim and Hamar, promoting reading and literary discussions.
Recent Patronage Withdrawals
The Norwegian Library Association is not the first organization to reassess its relationship with the Crown Princess. Sex and Samfunn paused its patronage in early February, and the Norwegian Girls’ Choir is considering ending its collaboration.
FAQ
- What prompted the Norwegian Library Association’s decision? The decision followed increased media scrutiny regarding the Crown Princess’s association with Jeffrey Epstein.
- What is Tore Renberg’s connection to the Crown Princess? Renberg participated in the Literature Train with the Crown Princess in 2015 and has been a guest at literary events she has attended.
- Has the Crown Princess been charged with any crimes? No criminal charges have been filed against the Crown Princess.
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