Prince Sverre Magnus of Norway has given a blunt update on his love life during a new interview, confirming that romance is not currently going his way. The 20-year-old son of King Haakon and Queen Mette-Marit spoke to Norwegian publication VG about his studies in Lisbon, Portugal, where he began a business management course in September.
A Student Like Any Other
In the interview, the prince discussed how he is preparing for his upcoming exams, saying he is "not the worst in the class." He also gave an insight into his student life, revealing that he lives in student accommodation with a group of flatmates, commutes to campus like other students, and cooks with the people he lives with.
When asked about his dating life, the prince confirmed: "It's going badly." He did not elaborate further on the subject, nor on whether he is actively looking for love.
Focus on Studies After a Difficult Year
The update comes after a challenging period for the royal. His long-term girlfriend, Amalie Giæver Macleod, with whom he had been dating since 2023, split with him in December 2025. Amalie had been close to the royal family, attending family events and joining a summer holiday in 2025.
Earlier this year, the prince's mother, Queen Mette-Marit, underwent a lung transplant in June after being diagnosed with chronic pulmonary fibrosis in 2018. She is still recovering and is not undertaking royal duties for the rest of the year.
Family Turmoil and Loss
The prince also faced family difficulties when his non-royal half-brother was placed under home sentencing after being found guilty of two counts of rape, among other offences. Just months ago, he mourned the loss of his grandfather, King Harald, who died aged 89 in August.
It is believed the prince is settled in Portugal, where he is studying and enjoying life like other students. It is not known if any members of the Norwegian Royal Family have visited him.
