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Prince Albert II Marks 20th Reign Anniversary with Family Ceremony

A speech of gratitude paired with a ceremonial cake cutting at Place du Palais highlighted dynastic continuity through multigenerational participation.

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Overview

  • Members of the House of Grimaldi gathered at Place du Palais for the public ceremony, including Princesses Caroline and Stéphanie, Andrea and Charlotte Casiraghi, Princess Alexandra of Hanover, Louis and Pauline Ducruet, and Camille Gottlieb.
  • The sovereign delivered a heartfelt address to Monégasque citizens before leading his wife and twins on a walkabout to greet well-wishers in the square.
  • Prince Albert exchanged embraces and kisses with Princess Charlene and their children, reinforcing visible family affection during the milestone event.
  • Princess Charlene wore a £4,400 Oscar de la Renta Cherry Guipure Lace Midi Dress with Gianvito Rossi Ascent 55 white slingbacks while Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques appeared in coordinated formal attire.
  • Guests sampled macarons and other treats as chefs unveiled an enormous red-and-white anniversary cake flanked by ice sculptures shaped as the number “20,” a ship’s wheel and sea creatures.