A princess from Norway leaves her royal role and marries a shaman.

On a picturesque day in Geiranger, Norway, a royal wedding like no other took place. This was not your typical fairytale ceremony, but rather a unique union between a Norwegian princess and a self-proclaimed shaman from the United States. Princess Märtha Louise, 52, and Durek Verrett, a sixth-generation shaman from California, exchanged vows in front of an eclectic crowd of social media influencers, reality stars, and TV personalities.

The festivities began on Thursday, as guests gathered in a large white tent with breathtaking views of the fjords in the background. As Norwegian and US artists performed, a gospel choir and a singer from Norway's indigenous Sámi community added to the enchantment of the day. The princess' father, King Harald, who is in fragile health, attended with Queen Sonja and other members of the Norwegian royal house. Norwegian TV personality Harald Rønneberg described the event as "Hollywood meets Geiranger," filled with gospel music and an overwhelming feeling of love and joy.

However, the wedding has not been without controversy. The couple's decision to sell the wedding photo and film rights to Hello! magazine and Netflix, respectively, has caused some backlash from the Norwegian media. Some see this as a departure from the traditional practices of the royal family. Additionally, Princess Märtha and Durek have been known to lash out against the press while promoting themselves on social media. This, combined with a recent scandal involving unruly family members facing domestic violence charges, has led to waning support for the Norwegian royal family.

Despite the controversy, the wedding was a beautiful and memorable event. The couple's unique beliefs and interests have garnered attention in the past, with Princess Märtha even announcing in 2022 that she would no longer officially represent the Norwegian royal house. She claims to be able to communicate with angels, while Durek claims to have a broad range of spiritual abilities and even wears a medallion to ward off spells and cure diseases. Despite their new marriage, Durek will not receive a royal title.

As the newlyweds kissed each other on their special day, it was clear that this union was one of love and unorthodox beauty. It was a celebration of diversity, blending different cultures and beliefs in a way that truly reflected the couple's personalities. And with Geiranger's stunning scenery as the backdrop, this royal wedding will be remembered for years to come.

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