Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit said she was 'manipulated' by convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, whom she accused of extorting others.
In an interview, Mette-Marit acknowledged she didn't thoroughly check Epstein's past and was deceived to a great extent.
She denied any intimate relationship with Epstein, stating it was a friendly one, and expressed regret over their friendship.
Mette-Marit's name appears in Epstein documents released by the US Department of Justice, raising questions about her potential to become queen in Norway.
She said she ended their friendship after several incidents, feeling 'a little unsafe' after one of them.
The 52-year-old princess is dealing with her son's trial for rape and assault allegations and her own health issues, including an incurable lung disease.
