56 and Counting: Will Prince Joachim Make His Way Back to Denmark?
Is there an imminent homecoming for him? - Is a homecoming imminent for him?
Hey there! Here's the lowdown on Prince Joachim, the lively brother of King Frederik X, as he celebrates his 56th birthday on June 7. The Danish royal family shared a formal photo of Joachim in a sharp suit, looking dapper with a pocket square and a striking red tie.
But what about the future? The youngest son of Queen Margrethe and the late Prince Henrik might be making waves with plans to come back to his homeland. In an interview with Danish station TV 2, he hinted that a possible return could be on the cards next year, saying, "We've got the itch to come home, but we can't say for sure yet whether we'll make it back. We'll see how things pan out."
As for where the prince is now, he's been stationed as defense attaché at the Danish embassy in Washington, D.C. His contract there runs until the fall of 2026. So, it's anyone's guess whether he and his family, including his second wife Marie and their children, may make Denmark their home once again.
For now, they're enjoying their time in the U.S. "We're kept busy with our respective interests, the kids are thriving at school and making new friends, and I've got my job. We're our little tight-knit family, and we're doing our best to balance work, school, and family time."
The family has maintained strong connections in Denmark, where they've always had a blast. "It's where we have our closest friends and where we feel most at ease. We always have a blast when we return, and we can't wait to see what the future holds."
Stepping Stones on the Ox Trail
The Danish royal family took to Instagram to celebrate Joachim's birthday, along with a nod to an upcoming documentary film. Titled "Hørvejen" (Ox Trail), the film will air on DR1 on June 8 and follows Joachim and author Steffen Jacobsen along the popular Jutland hiking trail.
Tensions Easing?
Recent signs have suggested a possible reconciliation within the Danish royal family. For instance, King Frederik made a conciliatory move in honor of his 57th birthday, sharing a heartwarming photo with his nephews Nikolai and Felix, sons of Joachim's first marriage. The photo featured the two lads receiving the Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog at a private event[1][2][3].
Additional tensions arose within the royal household when Queen Margrethe announced in 2022 that she would strip her son Joachim's children of their prince and princess titles, including Nikolai and Felix, as well as their younger siblings, Henrik and Athena[1][2][3].
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Prince Joachim of Denmark, the younger brother of King Frederik X, has hinted that he may return to his native Denmark following his 56th birthday celebration. In an interview with TV 2, Joachim expresses a longing for home, but notes that his family's future plans remain uncertain, with a possibility of staying abroad[1][2][3].
Joachim currently serves as the defense attaché at the Danish Embassy in Washington, D.C., with a contract lasting three years, potentially extendable to 2026[1][2][3]. His potential return to Denmark would likely come after his service in the U.S. ends, reuniting him with his wife Marie and their children.
At Prince Joachim's 56th birthday celebration, he spoke about the possibility of returning to Denmark, his native country, where he shares strong connections with the royal family including King Frederik X and Queen Margrethe II. The upcoming documentary film "Hørvejen" (Ox Trail), airing on DR1 on June 8, follows Prince Joachim and author Steffen Jacobsen along the popular Jutland hiking trail, adding to the anticipation of his potential return.
