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Lene Balleby was the Royal House's head of communications for 17 years from 2008 to 2025. (Archive photo). Photo: Ida Marie Odgaard/Ritzau Scanpix

Lene Balleby becomes Queen Margrethe’s new lady-in-waiting

Starting in April, Lene Balleby will become Queen Margrethe’s new lady-in-waiting. Balleby, who served as the Royal House’s communications chief for 17 years until February 2025, will assist the 85-year-old former regent at official and private events.

The 69-year-old previously worked at the...

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