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King Carl XVI Gustaf celebrated on 80th birthday
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Following pre-celebrations on Wednesday with gifts and a buffet, King Carl XVI Gustaf was honored on his actual 80th birthday Thursday with a service in Slottskyrkan, military honors and a gala dinner at the Palace. Court preacher Johan Dalman opened with '80 years and counting'. The king thanked his family in an emotional speech.
King Carl XVI Gustaf has begun celebrating his 80th birthday with gifts from palace staff, the government, and granddaughter Princess Estelle. He received a custom coffee service and an exclusive rug, plus a trip to Östergötland with Estelle. Celebrations started with a buffet at Stockholm Palace.
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King Carl XVI Gustaf turns 80 on Thursday but will remain on the throne. “As long as I can manage,” he told Svenska Dagbladet. He also praised Crown Princess Victoria's ambition.