King Frederik of Denmark, now 56, became regent on January 14, 2024. He has been married to Princess Mary for over 20 years and has four children. Before settling down, Frederik had a notable romantic history in the 1990s, earning him titles like Casanova and Party Prince. His early relationships included schoolmate Mie Egmont, law student Nina Klinker Jørgensen, model Malou Aamund, lingerie model Katja Storkholm Nielsen, and singer Maria Montell, each marked by public intrigue and challenges.
The Rise of King Frederik and His Royal Journey
King Frederik of Denmark, aged 56, officially took on the role of regent on January 14, 2024. Known for his charm, he has been happily married to Princess Mary, 52, for over two decades. Together, they have four children: Prince Christian, 19, Princess Isabella, 17, and twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, 14. However, before settling down, Frederik had a colorful romantic history in the 1990s, which earned him the playful titles of Casanova and Party Prince. During that vibrant decade, he was linked to several women, some of whom made appearances at royal events, leading to a series of almost-royal romances that captivated the public’s imagination.
Frederik’s Early Loves: A Glimpse into His Past Relationships
Prince Frederik experienced his first significant romance in 1986 with schoolmate Mie Egmont. Their teenage relationship was short-lived, reportedly ending shortly after a ski holiday due to differing life paths. Despite the breakup, Mie has maintained a friendly relationship with the royal family, even attending events like the baptism of Countess Athena in 2012.
In the early 1990s, while pursuing political science at the University of Aarhus, Frederik fell for law student Nina Klinker Jørgensen, marking the first time he was photographed with a girlfriend. Their relationship, though fleeting, was a public affair that ended after just a few months. Today, Nina is a successful film director and television producer, happily married with two children.
Frederik’s relationship with model Malou Aamund in 1991 took a dramatic turn when a New Year’s Eve incident thrust them into the media spotlight. After a night of celebration, Malou was caught driving under the influence, leading to a scandal that prompted Queen Margrethe, 84, to publicly apologize. The ensuing public scrutiny and pressure ultimately led to their breakup in 1993. Malou has since moved on and is married with three daughters.
In 1993, Prince Frederik began dating lingerie model Katja Storkholm Nielsen, who supported him during a challenging time in his royal duties. However, their romance was reportedly not favored by Queen Margrethe, leading to its premature end after Frederik’s secret proposal was denied.
Frederik’s final romance before meeting Princess Mary was with singer Maria Montell in the late 1990s. Despite attending royal events together, the intense media attention took a toll on Maria, who later revealed that she sought therapy after their split. Today, she is married with children, while Frederik found true love just a year later at the Olympic Games in Sydney, where he met the woman who would become Queen Mary of Denmark.