The Whole Country's Grandfather: Norway's King Harald V Dies Aged 89 King Harald V, known affectionately as "the whole country's grandfather," died at age 89.
He reigned for nearly four decades, providing stability in an ever changing world. During his time on the throne, he oversaw Norway's economic growth, environmental initiatives, and international relations.
The Road to the Throne: Harald V's Early Life and Education Born on February 21, 1937, in Skaugum, Oslo, King Harald V was the first child of Crown Prince Olav and Princess Märtha.