Tens of thousands of mourners gathered in Oslo on Saturday to pay their respects to King Harald V, who died at age 89 after 35 years on the throne. The monarch is currently lying in state in front of the royal palace as citizens gather to say goodbye.
Well-wishers remembered the king for his sense of inclusiveness and tolerance. He remained a popular figure among Norwegians despite scandals involving the royal family.
His death marks a new era for the country. Haakon is expected to address the people of Norway in his first speech as king either later Saturday or in the coming days.