A tree without roots will fall over, whereas a tree with roots eventually becomes part of a forest.

My father had no sons, so I became queen. The only thing I had to do was perform the role.

None of my counterparts in Europe interferes in politics.

I smoke wherever there's an ashtray.

We, the monarchs, are undoubtedly constants in a constantly changing world. Because we have always been there, but also because we do not get involved in everyday politics. We are aware of the political changes in our societies, but we don't comment on them. This is where we assume a unique position.

In Denmark, the king's faith became the religion of the country, and we are still happy with that today.

I have always had a dread of becoming a passenger in life.