The Danish monarchy has once again projected an image of stability, especially since the historic coronation of Frederik and Mary at the beginning of 2024. Beyond the carefully chosen images by the palace, the couple's story continues to raise doubts.
The alleged romance of the now king with Mexican Genoveva Casanova, which emerged at the end of 2023, hasn't been forgotten by everyone. However, the apparent forgiveness from the queen has helped calm media attention.
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Although media pressure over the scandal has calmed, some experts remain alert to the movements and gestures of the royals. One of them is Sascha Morgenstern, a body language specialist.
She has analyzed the couple's most recent attitudes. In statements to Bunte magazine, Morgenstern claims that, despite the apparent reconciliation, "not everything has been forgotten yet."
The expert has highlighted that Mary of Denmark's gestures still reveal some discomfort. "The rejection the queen showed toward her husband in the latest photos, probably as a consequence of the pain she suffered from this alleged romance, was still very acute."
"In previous photos, there was a much greater distance between the couple. In the most recent photos, she only creates some barriers," she pointed out. There is no doubt that in their latest public appearances, they show an improvement in their dynamic.
Nevertheless, signs of emotional restraint are still perceived. "The relationship has improved, but in none of these photos does she show a completely open gesture toward him. There is still a certain barrier."
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She has also drawn attention to a constant pattern in the way they're portrayed. "In photos of Mary and Frederik together, the focus always falls on the King of Denmark," she said. She has also compared the situation with another famous monarchy.
"He also always walks ahead of her, which reflects a typical model that fits with the monarchy. We remember Charles and Diana: they were always photographed in such a way that he seemed significantly taller. Although that wasn't true."
Despite everything, the royal environment insists on showing unity. The palace's official Instagram account continues to share images where the monarchs appear smiling and complicit.
The latest example of this took place during the celebration of Greenland's National Day, where Mary and Frederik posed embracing on a boat. A portrait that seeks to confirm the crown's stability. However, doubts still linger in the air.