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Denmark's Queen Margrethe II was found to be covid positive after she attended Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. The Danish Royal Palace confirmed the news on Wednesday.

What did the official announcement say about Queen Margrethe II testing positive for the coronavirus?

The Danish Royal Palace announced that the 82-year-old Queen Margrethe II had canceled her official duties after testing positive for the coronavirus. She tested positive after attending the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, and the test was administered on Tuesday night.


Has Queen Margrethe had the virus before?

Yes, the Queen has had Covid before. The Queen had tested positive for covid-19 earlier this year in February.

Did she pick up the virus at the funeral?

Queen Margrethe II was among the dignitaries and world leaders who attended the funeral, but there is no certainty of where she might have been exposed to the virus.

Is Queen Margrethe II vaccinated against the Covid virus?

Yes, Queen Margrethe II has received three doses of the vaccine, as announced by the official statement from the Palace.

How long has Queen Margrethe II reigned?

The reign of Queen Margrethe II started on January 15, 1972, after the death of her father, King Frederik IX. She has been the Queen for 50 years and commemorated her half-century on the throne this year. Out of respect for Queen Elizabeth II, she asked for the celebrations of her half-century reign to be amended. After the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned for 70 years, Queen Margrethe is now Europe’s longest-reigning sovereign.

FAQ
What are the official events that are canceled?

1. One of the events that were canceled at the last minute was her scheduled appearance on the balcony of the Amalienborg Palace to greet her well-wishers. Queen Margrethe also canceled a carriage ride she was scheduled to take through the capital Copenhagen.

1. What is age of Denmark Queen?
   Denmark's Queen Margrethe II is 82-year-old.