Sweden’s royal family the House of Bernadottedates back to 1810 when Karl XlV Johan was crowned king.
That didn’t happen until 1980three years after Princess Victoria’s birthbut it was retroactive.
Hence, Victoria became Crown Princess Victoria and is heir-apparent to the throne (viaSweden.se).
Did the royal family immediately accept Westling?
“I used to think I was stupid and slow,” she said.
“For me school was fun, but it was also very demanding.
When one has reading and writing difficulties, it can be tough sometimes.
It can sound like a simple problem, but it isn’t.
She also worked at the United Nations in New York (perHola!).
What is Daniel Westling’s background, and how did he enter the royal picture?
So, it’s not too surprising that Westling became Princess Victoria’s personal trainer.
But there’s much more to the story.
Sadly, Victoria had been battling a terrible eating disorder for quite a long time.
“In the U.S.,” she states on the T.V.
program, “I got professional help, which was really important for me.
According toThe Guardian, Daniel Westling was instrumental in Victoria’s recovery.
If you are struggling with an eating disorder, or know someone who is, help is available.
Nor was the Swedish public particularly enamored with Westling or how he presented himself.
Because he was not royal, because he was a personal trainer.
He had this slacker style, he wore trucker caps and jeans.”
But Westling and Victoria persisted, determined to follow their hearts, regardless of what others said or believed.
So, Daniel Westling was given a royal makeover!
Remember Eliza Doolittle in “My Fair Lady?”
Well, Westling was subjected to a similar kind of training.
Added Queen Silvia to Daniel, “We welcome Daniel into our family with open arms.
I view him as a man who is humble yet decisive, as well as judicious and wise.
You are full of energy, considerate and will make a wonderful husband for Victoria.”
“It did take some time …
It was a friendship that grew and turned into love.”
To which Westling added, “Our friendship developed into love.
It is the perfect personal chemistry.”
Health issues for Daniel Westling
Finally, things for Daniel Westling and Princess Victoria seemed calmer.
They were engaged, at peace with the king and queen, and excitedly planning their wedding.
Then Westling began to suffer from kidney malfunction and underwent a transplant.
Actually, it’s that simple” (viaHello!).
Swedish sailors on ships in Stockholm’s harbor saluted, and a formation of Swedish fighter planes flew overhead.
And what’s a royal wedding without royal attendees?
Later on, at the wedding dinner, Daniel gave a beautiful speech about his wonderful new bride.
Prince Charming, indeed!
Why is the concept of regular humans entering the ranks of royalty so fascinating?
If I can do it in the same way the queen does, I would be more than satisfied.
That is my goal long term."
“This is a new situation, something you never experienced before.
And although some rumorsdoturn out to be accurate, many are simply speculation by nosy and jealous individuals.
“Allegations are spreading about betrayal in the relationship and an impending divorce.
Normally, we do not comment on rumors and speculation.
Victoria and Daniel” (viaHello!).
But long before he was a prince, Daniel Westling was a young entrepreneur who dreamed of owning gyms.
Hence, he has started a fellowship to help others realize their visions.
Prince Daniel and Princess Victoria also take a keen interest in the health and well-being of Swedish youth.
