Marius Borg Høiby broke down in tears during his ongoing trial, defending his mother's and his stepbrother's efforts to support him amid accusations of domestic violence from his ex-partner.
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, was visibly emotional during a court proceeding in Oslo. His ex-partner, Nora Haukland, testified about their troubled relationship, recounting instances of physical and psychological abuse. Haukland specifically mentioned having pleaded with Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon to assist Høiby, which received considerable media attention.
In response to these allegations, Høiby, who is 29, expressed anger and disappointment at how his family was portrayed by Haukland. He asserted that his mother and Haakon had only ever tried to be supportive, and he labeled Haukland's accusations as an attempt to exploit their familial ties for her own gain. Høiby stated that he feels no one has fought harder for his well-being than his mother and stepbrother.
The ongoing trial explores serious allegations of domestic violence, as Haukland provided several accounts from their time together in 2022 and 2023, claiming that Høiby had physically assaulted her. Høiby has denied these allegations, creating a complex and emotionally charged atmosphere in the courtroom, as the situation not only impacts their personal lives but also brings scrutiny to the royal family's involvement.
