Official Portraits of the Danish Royal Family

Photographer Dennis Stenild took the first official portraits of King Frederik X, Queen Mary and their family in the Throne Room shortly after the proclamation on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

King Frederik X’s Proclamation Speech

King Frederik X's Proclamation Speech

King Harald Congratulates King Frederik and Queen Mary

King Harald V of Norway sent his warmest wishes of happiness to King Frederik X and Queen Mary following their succession to the Danish throne on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

Australia’s Gift to Denmark’s New King and Queen

'On behalf of all Australians, I wish Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary the very best'.

King Frederik X and Queen Mary on Christianborg Palace Balcony

Following the proclamation, King Frederik and Queen Mary waved to the crowds below who braved the chilly winter weather to be part of history.

Danish Royal Flags

The Royal Standard will be moved from Christian IX's Palace to Frederik VIII's Palace to mark the transfer of the throne on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

Congratulating King Frederik X and Queen Mary

Wellwishers who want to congratulate King Frederik and Queen Mary can write their message on one of the congratulatory lists at the Yellow Palace.

Flying Danish Flags on Accession Day

Flags will be flown on all state buildings and ships throughout Denmark to mark Queen Margrethe II's abdication and the accession of King Frederik X and Queen Mary on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

Danish Proclamation To Be Broadcast Live on Sky News Australia

Sky News Australia will broadcast King Frederik X and Queen Mary's proclamation live starting at 11.00 pm AEST on Sunday, 14 January 2024.

Queen Margrethe’s Future Role

Queen Margrethe will still have a role following her abdication on Sunday, 14 January 2024.