The Queen of Denmark announced during her New Year’s Eve speech that she will be abdicating on January 14 after 52 years on the throne. She will be succeeded by her son, Crown Prince Frederik. The Prime Minister of Denmark confirmed the decision and paid tribute to the queen for her lifelong dedication to the kingdom. Queen Margrethe II, who has been on the throne since 1972, is the longest-serving monarch in Europe. She has been a popular public figure known for her warm manners, talents as a linguist and designer, and her tough and adventurous spirit. She has made a significant impact through her presence within Denmark and its territories.