Mette-Marit's link to Epstein was through her friend, Brittany Kaiser, a former employee of Cambridge Analytica - yes, that Cambridge Analytica, the company at the centre of the Facebook data scandal. Kaiser had worked with Epstein on various philanthropic projects, and Mette-Marit had attended some of these charity events. The Crown Princess says she was unaware of Epstein's true nature, but her association with him has led to some serious royal fallout.
The Norwegian royals are known for being down-to-earth and relatable, but this scandal has put them in a tricky situation. King Harald and Queen Sonja are probably thinking, "What were you thinking, Mette-Marit?" - we mean, who wouldn't want to distance themselves from Epstein's tainted legacy? The Crown Princess has since distanced herself from Epstein's social circle, but the damage has already been done.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit apologizes for Jeffrey Epstein contact | Fox
In a public apology, Mette-Marit expressed her regret for meeting Epstein and acknowledged that she had made a serious mistake. It's not every day you see a royal eating humble pie, but Mette-Marit has taken responsibility for her actions. The question on everyone's mind is: what did she really know about Epstein's shady dealings?
