King Frederick of Denmark said having his wife Queen Mary at his side was the “highlight” of his “overwhelming” coronation ceremony, amid rumors the couple are dealing with marital strife.
Speaking to Danish broadcaster TV2 aboard their royal yacht Kongeskibet Dannebrog, the couple avoided questions about their relationship after images emerged of the monarch on a night out with Mexican socialite Genoveva Casnova in November last year. .
Instead, the couple doubled down on the strength of their marriage, and Frederik praised Mary for helping him get through that historic day.
The King, who was crowned in January, said: ‘It was very overwhelming and moving. I felt very well received.
Queen Mary and King Frederick of Denmark are warmly welcomed by the Danish public yesterday at Fredensborg Palace.
They waved to the crowd as they prepared to set sail on their yacht, Kongeskibet Dannebrog.
‘The highlight was when Mary and the children came out and stood right behind me and I had the Danes in front of me and waving. “It was one of the most incredible things I have ever experienced in my life.”
And Queen Mary was equally complimentary of her husband, saying she was “very moved” by the moment.
She said: ‘I was with the children and when you walked out onto the balcony towards your destination, it was a moment that moved me greatly.
‘We could hear it and feel it, even if we couldn’t see it. It was a beautiful moment. “I felt very happy and very proud at the same time.”
Unlike the British royal family, Mary and Frederick’s new reign was announced at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen and they did not have a coronation service after their mother, Queen Margaret, resigned.
The shocking abdication came a month after Frederik was photographed with Geneva Casnova, the former daughter-in-law of the billionaire Duchess of Alba.
The couple were seen walking around Madrid before heading to their apartment building, changing clothes and heading out again for the night.
The publication of the photos caused Genoveva, 47, to issue a statement denying any type of romantic relationship between her and royalty and criticizing the “malicious” rumors.
Mary, 52, wore a simple but elegant ensemble that included a tailored white jacket, a chic cream blouse and smart navy trousers.
But the couple seemed to put all problems behind them when they arrived in Fredensborg on Thursday.
The royal couple were greeted with cheers from royal fans and a welcome from the local mayor yesterday as they traveled to Fredensborg Palace.
In the months since the coronation, Mary has sparked speculation by completing a series of solo royal engagements without her husband.
Despite this, the couple say it was important to them to protect the tradition of the monarchy.
They told the Danish outlet: “We want to be a real couple that is visible and present throughout Denmark.”
The couple, who share four children, Crown Prince Christian, Princess Elizabeth, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, were greeted with a sea of white and red when they arrived yesterday, with many patriotic Danes waving the flag and giving the King already the Queen a warm welcome. welcome.
The couple shared a loving look while on stage yesterday, amid rumors of marital strife.
The royal couple looked in high spirits as they greeted fans who wished them well on their travels.
The couple were greeted with a sea of white and red when they arrived yesterday.
Mary, 52, wore a simple but elegant ensemble that included a tailored white blazer, a chic cream blouse and smart navy trousers.
The mother of two showed off her slender figure by cinching her waist with a patterned brown belt and opted for olive green heels.
She wore her brunette locks of hair down with a sophisticated blow-dry and opted to wear simple silver earrings and a pearl ring.
Mary wore glamorous makeup that highlighted her features, opting for shimmery eyeshadow, pink lip gloss and a dazzling highlighter.
Mary showed off her slender figure by cinching her waist with a brown patterned belt and opted for olive green heels.
Yesterday Maria spoke to people who were waiting to see them at Fredensborg Castle.
King Frederick looked dapper in a gray checkered suit with matching trousers, a brown belt and a blue shirt.
King Frederik looked dapper in a gray checkered suit with matching pants, a brown belt and a blue shirt.
Mary also spoke to the media about her yacht, the Kongeskibet Dannebrog, which has been in operation since 1932.
He recalled the family vacation that took place there and said: “The kids, the crew and us (not so high for me) jumped from the highest point of the ship into the deep blue water.”
It is believed they will travel on the yacht to visit their Scandinavian neighbors Sweden and Norway during the spring and summer months.
Frederik said: ‘We feel at home in Scandinavia. We are not only colleagues, but also family. Our cohorts have become friends. We have a fantastic dialogue and a relaxed relationship when we meet.’
Well-wishers watched excitedly as Queen Mary and King Frederick boarded the Royal Yacht Dannebrog as they set off for a traditional summer tour at sea.
Queen Mary and King Frederick of Denmark beamed as they arrived at the port today to board the Royal Yacht Dannebrog.
The Queen was presented with a bouquet of flowers as she departed for the waters as the couple embark on their summer tour.
The royal couple smiled as they said goodbye to people on land after setting sail on their summer tour.
Mary quickly changed her outfit and looked elegant in a navy blue polka dot dress with an A-line skirt, paired with a stunning white headband as she accepted a bouquet of flowers before boarding the ship.
Meanwhile, her husband looked regal in his military uniform as he joined his wife in saying goodbye to the people on shore as they set sail.
The royal couple smiled as they embarked on the tour, which will take them to the Faroe Islands and Greenland in June and July, and showed they would not be deterred by accusations that they had photoshopped their first royal portrait since becoming king. and queen.
