King Frederik X succeeds his mother as the monarch of Denmark, pledging to be a unifying figure, amidst an emotional ceremony attended by thousands outside Christiansborg Castle.
King Frederik X and Queen Mary marked their new reign with a kiss on the balcony amid rumors the new monarch cheated on his wife before Queen Margrethe announced her abdication.
Colorful royal Prince Henrik of Denmark passed away at the age of 83. The French-born prince died peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his wife, Queen Margrethe II, and their two sons.