Princess Märtha Louise & Durek Respond to “Lavender Marriage” Rumors
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A playful Instagram video released by Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and her husband, Durek Verrett, directly addresses and appears to refute recent allegations that their marriage is a lavender marriage – a term for a heterosexual arrangement where one or both parties conceal their true sexuality. The couple responded to the circulating rumors following comments on social media questioning the authenticity of their relationship.
Addressing the Speculation
The controversy ignited after online speculation arose regarding the nature of the couple’s relationship, with some suggesting a hidden truth behind their public image. The pair addressed the claims head-on with a creative video posted to Instagram. The clip opened with a voice posing the question, “What’s a lavender marriage?” prompting a look of disbelief between the couple.
A Lavender-Hued Response
In a lighthearted turn, Princess Märtha Louise, 54, briefly covered the camera lens, and the pair then appeared in coordinating lavender-colored outfits, set to the tune of “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.” Screenshots of comments questioning their relationship were then displayed, including one stating, “Girl, I don’t know if you know but you are in a lavender marriage,” and another proclaiming, “This is the greatest lavender marriage of all time.” The video culminated in Princess Märtha Louise playfully tugging at Durek’s shirt while he emphatically shook his head “no” in response to the question.
“Love and Legacy”
A text bubble on the screen read, “Hmm we do like lavender but doesn’t seem right…”, followed by Durek’s direct response: “Nah!” The video’s caption concluded with a definitive statement: “Thought it was lavender? Plot twist. It’s just love and legacy,” accompanied by a curious face emoji and a purple heart emoji.
Previous Disclosures
This response follows previous disclosures regarding their personal lives. Durek Verrett has openly shared that he is bisexual, and Princess Märtha Louise revealed she initially presented him to her daughters as a friend, a friend who they initially believed to be gay. The couple officially married in August 2024, marking a significant moment for both their families and the public.
