Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story - Netflix 2025

[Tatiana Maria]

Despite Durek Verrett having employed public relations strategies very similar to those the Duchess of Sussex over the years (which I suspect is deliberate on Mr. Verrett's part)

Can't help but think this sounds very familiar to that other royal collaboration with Netflix

And here we go, about the documentary:

Durek Verrett out against the royal family: Did nothing to help me
Durek says that he has received harassment and death threats from people after he got together with ML.
– The fact that I was the first black man in a royal family in Europe is very difficult for people.
He says the heat increased after they had become engaged. He accuses the royal family of a lack of support.
– People always make comments like: “Did you bewitch her?” As if I used black magic on the princess. And the royal family? They didn't go out to the press and say anything nice about me. Which makes people think they just tolerate me.
- When I came into her family, her father, her mother and her brother didn't even know what racism was. It was hard, because they looked at me like I was crazy when I said racism existed.

Durek Verrett med rasismeoppgjør i ny dokumentar: – Kongefamilien gjorde ingenting for å hjelpe meg

Durek Verrett tar et rasismeoppgjør med kongen i ny Netflix-dokumentar. Kongehuset svarer at kongen ikke ønsker å kommentere private samtaler, men legger til: «Samtidig er det sånn at man kan huske ting litt ulikt».

www.nrk.no

Durek:
– When I met the king and queen, they stared at me, and it was completely silent. I was wearing a kimono and cowboy boots. I had no idea I was going to wear a suit. I thought I could be myself, as Märtha said.
However, that was not the case, because the royal couple hated Durek's clothes, he claims.
– Almost everything I did was wrong. And they always made that clear to Märtha. It wasn't: "Welcome to the family. We love and understand you." But: "What do you see in him?" claims.

Durek med sjokkanklager mot Harald: – De så på meg som om jeg var gal

Durek Verrett kommer med knallharde påstander mot kong Harald i Netflix-dokumentaren «Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story».

www.nettavisen.no

Mentions "princess" every three minutes: Middle finger to the royal house.
In the recent Netflix documentary, the king's restrictions are defied a number of times.
The title of princess is used throughout the film. The word "princess" is used at least 34 times, on average about every three minutes. The name Durek is mentioned at least 37 times. The word "royal" appears even more often, 44 times. The visibility of the connection to the royal house is great. There are also a number of photos and videos from the Palace and the other members of the royal family.

Nevner «prinsesse» hvert tredje minutt: - Langfinger til kongehuset

I den ferske Netflix-dokumentaren trosses kongens restriksjoner en rekke ganger.

www.tv2.no

"Rebel Royals" throws the royal couple under the bus and paints an unflattering picture of Norway
Märtha and Durek seem to be trying to convey throughout the documentary: They are two completely unique souls. Their love story transcends both time and space. But the road to the wedding has been bumpy, and conservative, sleazy and racist Norway has criticized every single antics the innocent couple has undertaken. “I don’t understand why people have to attack the man I love,” Märtha says at one point, “I have never doubted Durek.”

Dette blir bråk

«Rebel Royals» kaster kongeparet under bussen og tegner et ufyselig bilde av Norge.

www.dagbladet.no

These particular quotes from the documentary evoke a very strong sense of déjà vu indeed for those who have followed British royal news. They reinforce my longstanding view that Durek Verrett and Princess Märtha Louise are, whether deliberately or subconsciously, tracing a narrative path which has succeeded elsewhere.

Without (I hope) going off-topic into discussing other families, countries, media or politics: The echoing similarities cause me to wonder how much the princess couple’s allegations have to do with personal dynamics with family members and journalists, versus how much they have to do with a preexisting narrative in the court of public opinion which did not originate in Norway or with the Norwegian royal family or media.

 

[Somebody]

And here we go, about the documentary:

(…)

Via Märtha's manager Carina Scheele Carlsen, Märtha Louise and Durek state this:
"We both have a close and loving relationship with each member of the Royal Family. We care deeply for them, and it pains us sincerely if anything in this process has caused them pain or harm in any way."

Prinsesse Märtha Louise og Durek Verrett: – Erkjenner alvoret i denne situasjonen

– I ettertid er det uten tvil ting vi skulle ønske vi hadde håndtert annerledes, sier paret via prinsessens manager.

www.vg.no

How disingenuous can you be. We create a documentary in which we completely ignore any agreements made with the family and paint them in the worst possible light but we are really sorry if it pains them…

However, the family is going to have ‘conversations’ again because of the violations of the agreement as so far that (their go-to method) never worked.

 

[Lori138]

I thought Martha had a good relationship with her parents , this show is awful

Well maybe she did . . . . . .

And why would they want to live in Norway, such a racist, unwelcoming place

 

[LadyFinn]

I thought Martha had a good relationship with her parents , this show is awful

Yes. I can't understand how Märtha Louise can do this to her 88-year-old parents, who already have to deal with the Marius case. She is totally selfish.

ML and Durek have a launch party at House21 in Oslo this evening. They walked straight past the assembled press and into the party room.
Former Durek manager Simon Eriksen Valvik said to the press corps:
– It's really nice to bring out this unique love story between two people. And then I see today that they say they could have done something differently, and that they are committed to finding a good and constructive way forward. I think that's really good.
According to Nettavisen's sources, ML and Durek have invited to a screening of the documentary, followed by a talk from the stage about the series. The press is not on the invitation list.
After the screening, a closed after-party will be held for friends and acquaintances, to which over 120 of the couple's closest friends will be invited.

Her ignorerer Durek og Märtha pressen: – Er dette noe å feire?

Fester etter blandede reaksjoner.

www.nettavisen.no

Maud and Leah arrived to the party

Støtter Märtha og Durek: - Modigste jeg vet om

Venner av prinsesse Märtha Louise og hennes mann Durek Verrett ankommer på rød løper i anledning en privat visning av dokumentaren om det kontroversielle kongelige paret.

www.tv2.no

 

[polyesco]

Well it certainly looks like Martha Louise and Durek are happy with their documentary. And why wouldn't they be, they are making money and having no consequences. So what it throws their family under the bus. So what if the "grand" contract is thrown out the window.
There will be more conversations and nothing will change. The strategy of talking and talking and talking with no consequences has shown to be a dud.
Martha, or should I say PRINCESS Martha Louise does what she want.

So much for the family talks in this "tight knit" family when Martha Louise has shown she has no respect for her father or the monarchy. They paint the picture of Harald, Sonja and Haakon being so dumb to not recognize racism or being fine with racism.

 

[tihkon2]

She and he are truly awful.

 

[iceflower]

Märtha Louise and Durek totally excited about their documentary:

Märtha Louise on Instagram: "❤️🇳🇴 Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story it NOW ON NETFLIX!! We hope it inspires people to live life their way with love, and without worrying about the haters. Link in bio to watch! Märtha & Durek"

945 likes, 184 comments - iam_marthalouise on September 16, 2025: "❤️🇳🇴 Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story it NOW ON NETFLIX!! We hope it inspires people to live life their way with love, and without worrying about the haters. Link in bio to watch! Märtha & Durek".

www.instagram.com

 

[LadyFinn]

ML and Durek didn't speak to the Norwegian media yesterday - but they have given an interview to People:
Exclusively speaking to PEOPLE before the premiere, Princess Märtha Louise, 53, and Durek, 50, a Hollywood shaman to the stars, open up about why now was the right time to share their royal romance with the world through the documentary.
Princess Märtha Louise tells PEOPLE that the couple filmed with Chaiklin for over three and a half years and that the director wanted to show "our love story authentically" in Rebel Royals, allowing her and Durek to "be ourselves."

Princess Märtha Louise and Durek Verrett on Love, Scandal and Turning Their Royal Wedding Into a Netflix Must-See (Exclusive)

Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and Durek Verrett exclusively speak with PEOPLE about their royal wedding and new film, "Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story," on Netflix.

people.com

Nettavisen's royal expert Tove Taalesen was interviewed at the documentary. She writes among other things:
It will be difficult to surpass what we have already experienced with the couple, but "Rebel Royals" reinforces the impression we already have – Durek is self-centered and Märtha is strong-willed.
What we get is an intense love story between a Norwegian princess and an American shaman.
The price is that King Harald is sacrificed.
And with him, Norway is also sacrificed, in the pursuit of international celebrity status.
The documentary is predictable. Especially for those of us who have followed the couple closely. It is more about Durek than about Märtha. It is more about the connection to the royal house than about love. Durek becomes the hero of his own adventure, while the royal house is reduced to extras, and King Harald becomes the one who has to bear the heaviest burden.

Fremstiller nordmenn som uvitende rasister

For meg handler filmen like mye om hvordan Norge fremstilles, som det er en historie om kjærligheten mellom Märtha og Durek.

www.nettavisen.no

 

[sm1939]

its just a shame , because Im sure they are very happy together, just wish they would leave out the Royal family . and just get on with there life.

 

[Annine]

Partying after stabbing her parents and brother in the back… nice, yes they take it very seriously....

Poor princess Astrid og Belgium, the scenes with her was really awkward.

They also repeat the claims about racist comments during princess Alexandras og SWB 2. wedding but shows images of a danish royal palace that make you belive it was the main Danish royal family who made the comments.

Fortunatly not many Norwegians will belive Dureks claims about the King, Queen and Haakon, they have credibility in Norway, Durek has not.

I dont think the palace could have imagined Jonas Gahs Støre would use this day to change his goverment after the election. So Haakon had to be replaced by his wife at this event, and it was she, who has been more or less unvailable for the press since the Marius Scandal, that had to comment the day this was released.

She said the RF had not watched and she was not sure she wanted to watch it, and she was sure there would be discussions back home after this (she is not so careful as her husband for better or worse). She seemed nervous and had an forced laugh, and said they would rather have to talk to the Crown Prince who was close to the situation....So we can imagine that the county trip next week will have two topics....Marius and this docu, just like last year...

Durek thinks he is Meghan for sure (He just does not seem to understand that Norway is not the UK in world importance), and I find it har to belive the King, who got his first mobile phone when he was 83, decided this was the mode of commuication with Durek about racism..Of course he presents no proof for anything he says about them, but I dont think you have to be a 88 year old King to look a bit perplex if the new boyfriend shows up in a Kimono and cowboyboots.

 

[Muhler]

Be themselves...
Hmm..
It ain't a pretty sight though.

 

[hereditarytitles]

It is appalling and also very unwise for the couple, especially Durek, to make such public statements. What does he hope to achieve by doing so? It certainly won't improve his relationship with Märtha's family. Nor will the Norwegian people feel any sympathy for him. This man is a self-absorbed egomaniac who constantly complains about how badly he is treated and never considers the feelings of others. IIRC in the past he also said positive things about the King, the family attended their wedding, what else does he want? Why throwing them under the bus now?

I also wonder why they did not settle in the US. Presumably for financial reasons and/or because Märtha did not want to leave her daughters behind in Norway.

It's amazing that they still feel at home in Norway. They probably see themselves as “fighters” against prejudice and racism and want to criticize and change society with their complaints. But the way they do it will certainly not help to improve their image.
Märtha is strong-willed and stubborn, lives in her own bubble, and doesn't realize how hurtful her behavior is to her family. There's nothing new to say about Durek and his behavior. He is who he is and won't ever change.

 

[Marengo]

Poor Princess Astrid indeed, she seemed relieved to be able to go, but that may be my interpretation. Although Durek dubbed the conversation as ´flat´ in the voice-over, Astrid was promoted to Majesty, and he complimented her on her fashion sense .

It feels like another culture clash not so much between non-royals and royals, but between a certain type of over-extroverted, touchy, feely Californian [not saying all Californians are like that of course!] and [North-Western]-Europeans.

Were I Norwegian I would not appreciate the characterisation of Norwegians btw.

After fast-forwarding through the documentary, it seems he didn't say thát many negative things about the King and Queen. They were frosty at start, but I think most people watching the show would understand why. In few families, be that upper-, middle- or working-class, such a partner would not raise eyebrows, at least before people actually get to know the person. Her daughters seem to get on well with him, which I suppose is what matters most for ML. I loved it that Emma Behn was asking the interviewer if they did sarcasm in the US, as Durek didn't understand it.

Like in the other Netflix documentary it was pretend-journalism without any push back.

 

[kalnel]

I agree with every single one of the criticisms above, but I would add one other thing: It's hilarious. I don't think they intended it to be funny, but I laughed out loud several times when watching it.

My favorite bit was Durek's complaint that the King and Queen just stared at him when he showed up for their first meeting in a kimono and cowboy boots. I have news for him: That was the appropriate reaction -- and if you dress that way, that's clearly what you were going for.

What must Harald and Sonja have been thinking when they saw him? *This* is the guy our daughter wants to marry? Are we being punked?

 

[Muhler]

I think King Harald should abdicate.
It seems obvious to me that he either hasn't got the heart or the strength to confront and put his foot down in regards to his daughter.
Perhaps the added responsibility will induce Haakon to go shopping for a second hand spine somewhere and take the necessary confrontations and hard decisions that are needed to prevent the NRF from being reduced to an embarrassing parody.
That might also help restoring the respect for the NRF as an institution and representative for Norway.
The worst thing they (and anyone for that matter) can do is what they are doing now, nothing.

In a sense I can't really blame Durek that much this time. It is more than obvious that ML does not respect her family, the monarchy and Norway. And it is also clear that she puts her own interests way above those of her family, monarchy and country, so why should he?
Whether she is even capable of caring for anything but her own interests is IMO an open question.
She and Durek will continue down this track, because why not? It's worked so far and it's really their only way to stand out among their competition.
There is just one little misjudgement. They are fishing in the US market, angling to a US audience. But as things are right now in USA politically as well as economically, I doubt there little story will create much sympathy for their plight.
They live a life that should and could be a fairy tale, yet many Americans have to choose between food and medication.

I know, before you point it out. King Harald abdicating means MM will become Queen Consort. That may not be popular, but it's a chance for the CP-couple to adjust their image.
The alternatives are going straight to Ingrid, and she is very young, and very alone! Or become a republic.

 

[hereditarytitles]

I doubt that it would help if King Harald abdicated. Haakon seems to me to be a kind person, but also lacking in assertiveness. This has been evident in the way he has handled the “Marius” affair so far. He will certainly stay out of his sister's affairs altogether. To be honest, I feel sorry for both Harald and Haakon, because Märtha and also Marius are family members and there are bonds and emotions involved. If they sever ties with Märtha, as some expect or demand, they will also be criticized and accused of racism and intolerance. What a mess this family is presently facing. I cannot but feel sorry for them, especially for the King and Queen who have deserved calm and peaceful times at their age.

 

[Morning_Skies92]

I'm only 10 minutes in and I think I've cringed about 10 times

 

[hereditarytitles]

I agree with every single one of the criticisms above, but I would add one other thing: It's hilarious. I don't think they intended it to be funny, but I laughed out loud several times when watching it.

My favorite bit was Durek's complaint that the King and Queen just stared at him when he showed up for their first meeting in a kimono and cowboy boots. I have news for him: That was the appropriate reaction -- and if you dress that way, that's clearly what you were going for.

What must Harald and Sonja have been thinking when they saw him? *This* is the guy our daughter wants to marry? Are we being punked?

I just watched the trailer for the series. It's made quite professional and sensational, with cool music, fast editing, and of course Durek's presence as the “show talent.” And if it is also hilarious and people can amuse themselves I could imagine that this series will be successful and fulfill its purpose, which is to make a lot of money.
He's already boasting that he'll go down in history as the first Black person to become a Royal. Of course, you can capitalize on that.
Since I'm not a Netflix subscriber and don't plan on becoming one, I'm curious to see what will be reported here in the forum.

 

[Mbruno]

Despite Durek Verrett having employed public relations strategies very similar to those the Duchess of Sussex over the years (which I suspect is deliberate on Mr. Verrett's part), including a Netflix documentary aimed towards an American audience, it does appear from the trailer that Netflix will portray and market the Norwegian royal couple in a much more controversial if not outright harsh light, with the facepalm shot from the trailer seeming like the clearest sign of their approach in the Norwegian case.

I imagine Netflix will, but it is really hard in my opinion to paint the Norwegian royal couple in a negative light in this case. King Harald V consented to the marriage and attended the wedding. He didn't strip Märtha Louise of her title of Princess either, but rather simply required that she not use the title for commercial purposes or personal financial gain, which is a normal demand for members of royal families. He didn't ban ML and Durek from family events either as far as I can tell.

It is true, as Netflix will point out, that Durek was not given a royal title, but that is the norm in Norway for husbands of a junior princess who is not in direct line to the throne. Before 1972, princesses were not in the line of succession, so I suppose a direct comparison is not possible, but the relevant precedent here is Ari Behn, who wasn't given a royal title either. I don't see how that can be presented as some kind of unfair or unequal treatment of Durek by King Harald V.

 

[Tatiana Maria]

I imagine Netflix will, but it is really hard in my opinion to paint the Norwegian royal couple in a negative light in this case.

By "the Norwegian royal couple" I meant Princess Märtha Louise and Durek Verrett, contrasting Netflix's portrayal of them with Netflix's portrayal of the British royal couple (the Duke and Duchess of Sussex) who also featured in a Netflix documentary and made extremely similar comments there. (Note that I have not watched either documentary and rely on clips and reviews.)

It is true, as Netflix will point out, that Durek was not given a royal title, but that is the norm in Norway for husbands of a junior princess who is not in direct line to the throne. Before 1972, princesses were not in the line of succession, so I suppose a direct comparison is not possible, but the relevant precedent here is Ari Behn, who wasn't given a royal title either. I don't see how that can be presented as some kind of unfair or unequal treatment of Durek by King Harald V.

Did the documentary comment on the title issue?

Princesses did not have succession rights until 1990, and then only princesses born since 1971 (Princess Märtha Louise's birth year).

Order of succession

This is the line of succession to the Throne of Norway.

www.royalcourt.no

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[kalnel]

I think King Harald should abdicate.
It seems obvious to me that he either hasn't got the heart or the strength to confront and put his foot down in regards to his daughter.
Perhaps the added responsibility will induce Haakon to go shopping for a second hand spine somewhere and take the necessary confrontations and hard decisions that are needed to prevent the NRF from being reduced to an embarrassing parody.
That might also help restoring the respect for the NRF as an institution and representative for Norway.
The worst thing they (and anyone for that matter) can do is what they are doing now, nothing.

In a sense I can't really blame Durek that much this time. It is more than obvious that ML does not respect her family, the monarchy and Norway. And it is also clear that she puts her own interests way above those of her family, monarchy and country, so why should he?
Whether she is even capable of caring for anything but her own interests is IMO an open question.
She and Durek will continue down this track, because why not? It's worked so far and it's really their only way to stand out among their competition.
There is just one little misjudgement. They are fishing in the US market, angling to a US audience. But as things are right now in USA politically as well as economically, I doubt there little story will create much sympathy for their plight.
They live a life that should and could be a fairy tale, yet many Americans have to choose between food and medication.

I know, before you point it out. King Harald abdicating means MM will become Queen Consort. That may not be popular, but it's a chance for the CP-couple to adjust their image.
The alternatives are going straight to Ingrid, and she is very young, and very alone! Or become a republic.

I don't think they will ever become a top story in the United States, regardless of the political situation. Americans pay *some* attention to the British monarchy -- not a lot these days -- and almost no attention to the other houses. Even interest in Monaco has waned here since Caroline and Stephanie's lives have calmed down.

One thing that struck me as I watched was this show is far more "reality TV entertainment" than documentary. And Durek and Martha Louise seem to be in on the joke completely. He is obviously enjoying himself and reveling in all the publicity. He even explains that he had seen himself as gay and was with men before deciding that he is "soul-sexual" -- attracted to souls -- so he fell for Martha.

But if his focus is self-promotion, it's much less clear why she's doing this. She doesn't seem uncomfortable with him or the situation, but I didn't get a sense of what her end game is.

The whole thing reminded me of Liza Minnelli and that last guy she married.

I thought it was going to be a multipart series like Meghan and Harry's opus, but it's only a single show (just under two hours).

 

[Mbruno]

Did the documentary comment on the title issue?

Princesses did not have succession rights until 1990, and then only princesses born since 1971 (Princess Märtha Louise's birth year).

Order of succession

This is the line of succession to the Throne of Norway.

www.royalcourt.no

Endringer i Grunnloven - Lovdata

Lovdata har utarbeidet en oversikt over endringene i Grunnloven fra 1814 til i dag. Oversikten viser 148 kunngjøringer av grunnlovsbestemmelser m.m., med til sammen over 300 endringer.

lovdata.no

Sorry, I thought Norway had switched to male-preference primigeniture after 1972 and equal primogeniture after 1990. I didn’t know that male preference primogeniture only applied retroactively after 1990.

 

[Tatiana Maria]

Sorry, I thought Norway had switched to male-preference primigeniture after 1972 and equal primogeniture after 1990.

Norway switched directly from male-only to equal primogeniture in 1990. The reason the reform included the "grandfather clause" about men born before 1990 taking precedence over women born before 1990 was that the family, including Princess Märtha Louise herself, wanted Prince Haakon (now the Crown Prince) to remain the heir of his generation.

Princess Märtha Louise says she was a problem from the moment she was born because females couldn't inherit the throne

Princess Märtha Louise of Norway is the eldest child of King Harald and Queen Sonja, and yet she is fourth in the line of succession.

www.insider.com

 

[Halise]

In my country, it's categorized as a "media circus," which is quite accurate, by the way.
It says it's provocative and has the label "suicide." I haven't seen members talk about it. Isn't that the case in your area?

 

[Annine]

Marianne Behn is critical of the film, she says it is painful to watch and that Ari did not get a voice in the docu and the family did not know how he would be involved in it.

– It is stressful and painful for those of us who were close to Ari that he is being pulled up and in in a rather undignified way – and in this context. For us, this came as a surprise. I miss a more balanced voice. Ari does not have a voice here and now.

In the docu the royal reporter in Nettavisen says he had other women, something that has not generally been written about in serious papers before. Marianne also disagrees with ML who says the press was always a problem for Ari Behn and that they more or less are to blame for his death

Marianne Behn om dokumentaren: – Utfordrende

Ari Behns mor, Marianne Behn, synes det var en belastning å se dokumentaren om prinsesse Märtha Louise og Durek Verrett.

www.vg.no

In the documentary, the press is examined, as someone who “beat Ari up for 16 years”. The press is accused of having “attacked” Ari.
– And it went wrong, says Princess Märtha – and expresses fear that the same will happen to Durek.
– The press was a great strain on Ari in the beginning, says Marianne Behn.
– But not for 16 years. Ari both gave and received respect as time went on. That story has nothing to do with his taking his own life.
– What do you think in general about the documentary after watching it?
– I refrain from saying anything about it, answers Marianne Behn.

 

[Somebody]

That must be extremely painful for Ari’s mother; her son’s memory and death being used in ML’s new husband in his crusade against the Norwegian press. I hope she is still in good contact with her granddaughters.

 

[kalnel]

When I heard the Ari Behn talk in the movie, the first thing I thought was, "Oh, they're going to make Ari the Diana of this story." Just as Harry claims he wants to protect Meghan from being hounded to death as Diana was, Martha is setting up Ari as the cautionary tale related to Durek.

Of course, Meghan and Durek seek a lot more commercial attention than Diana and Ari ever did.

 

[Muhler]

Good grief!

Prinsesse Märtha Louise sætter ord på brud med kongehuset i ny dokumentar: 'Det har været lidt trist, men det var sådan, alle ville have det' | Video | B.T.

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Here is a quote by ML from the documentary or whatever it is...
It's about the arrangement between Durek and ML and the rest of NRF, where they were not to be a part of the official royal house/working royals.
"We had many conversations with my parents and the whole family where we talked it through and realized we had reached a point where it didn't work for them or us. We would remain friends and they would invite Durek into the family.
But in order to do that we had to distance ourselves from them, so that the family wont be involved if anything controversial happens.
I'm not invited to the big galas or state visits like before, that has been a bit sad, but that's what everybody wanted and I'm good at accepting things I cannot change."

- That is hypocrisy and entitlement on a monumental scale. And I'm sure she means every word and can't see that she should in any way be at fault. And to me this merely confirms my belief that she (and of course her shaman, they are very much a match) will never change. Because she is incapable of changing.

 

[LadyFinn]

Durek at this video about his words about the King and Queen at the documentary:
– I will say this: I don't think they didn't know racism existed, but I don't think they understood how it affected me. It's unfortunate that people don't understand what I mean. I need you to understand: I don't see myself as a victim at all.

Durek Verrett on Instagram: "“Watch my latest live. You’ll get wisdom, clarity, and tools to strengthen your spirit and live in your power.”"

985 likes, 141 comments - shamandurek on September 18, 2025: "“Watch my latest live. You’ll get wisdom, clarity, and tools to strengthen your spirit and live in your power.”".

www.instagram.com

Durek Verrett: - Jeg ser ikke på meg selv som et offer

I en Instagram-video snakker sjamanen for første gang ut etter den mye omtalte Netflix-dokumentaren.

www.tv2.no

 

[Mbruno]

Good grief!

Prinsesse Märtha Louise sætter ord på brud med kongehuset i ny dokumentar: 'Det har været lidt trist, men det var sådan, alle ville have det' | Video | B.T.

www.bt.dk

Here is a quote by ML from the documentary or whatever it is...
It's about the arrangement between Durek and ML and the rest of NRF, where they were not to be a part of the official royal house/working royals.
"We had many conversations with my parents and the whole family where we talked it through and realized we had reached a point where it didn't work for them or us. We would remain friends and they would invite Durek into the family.
But in order to do that we had to distance ourselves from them, so that the family wont be involved if anything controversial happens.
I'm not invited to the big galas or state visits like before, that has been a bit sad, but that's what everybody wanted and I'm good at accepting things I cannot change."

- That is hypocrisy and entitlement on a monumental scale. And I'm sure she means every word and can't see that she should in any way be at fault. And to me this merely confirms my belief that she (and of course her shaman, they are very much a match) will never change. Because she is incapable of changing.

I don't really follow the NRF, but was ML ever considered a "working royal"? She also missed state dinners before she met Durek, didn't she? I am not sure how often she has been invited to state dinners in recent years. Family celebrations such as birthday galas or jubilees are in a different category.

I would appreciate some clarification.

EDIT: I haven't seen the documentary either, but, from the quotes posted here, it seems that they are following a rather predictable "script". I can't help saying that it is shameful on Netflix to play this card twice, first with Harry and Meghan, and now even more explicitly with ML and Durek. Is that the new Netflix standard?

 

[Muhler]

I don't really follow the NRF, but was ML ever considered a "working royal"? She also missed state dinners before she met Durek, didn't she? I am not sure how often she has been invited to state dinners in recent years. Family celebrations such as birthday galas or jubilees are in a different category.

I would appreciate some clarification.

EDIT: I haven't seen the documentary either, but, from the quotes posted here, it seems that they are following a rather predictable "script". I can't help saying that it is shameful on Netflix to play this card twice, first with Harry and Meghan, and now even more explicitly with ML and Durek. Is that the new Netflix standard?

Well, she was certainly a very reluctant royal beforehand. I remember clearly how she talked about not fitting into the royal role and living up to the expectations that she faced.
And now that she is no longer a working royal, at all, she is sad that she is no longer invited to galas and state dinners.
Conclusion: She likes all the perks of being a royal, but heaven forbid that she should actually do something in return or even live up to a certain standard.