Yearly Archives: 2011

Monaco Princely Family

T.S.H.s Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco Attend the ‘Collection Princesse Grace de Monaco’

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On September 8, 2011, Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco along with H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover attended the Mont Blanc Collection Princesse Grace de Monaco gala at the Salle Garnier Monte-Carlo. Prior to viewing the collection the princely family along with 350 guests:

…enjoyed a one night only event production, ‘Grace for Grace’, at the Salle Garnier by Robert Wilson, one of the 21st century’s great theatre visionaries.

‘Grace for Grace’ is a tribute in three acts – a fascinating musical and visual journey through Princess Grace’s life from Philadelphia girl, to Hollywood star and finally to Princess. The performance featured singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright, opera stars Bryn Terfel, Diana Damrau, Shenyang, prima ballerina Gillian Murphy and singer/songwriter Martha Wainwright.  The intricate costumes were specially designed by Viktor&Rolf.

The Mont Blanc gala event attracted many international celebrities including Naomi Watts, Elsa Pataky, Eva Herzigova, Viktor&Rolf, Natalie Imbruglia as well as VIPs from Monaco.

To view photos please click the links below:

Photos and video sent to TRC from J.M. at Mont Blanc International (Thank you!) by Pascal Le Segretain/Gettyimages for Mont Blanc. PLEASE DO NOT COPY!   🙂

Monaco Princely Family

H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover and H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco Preview a Photo Exhibit

On September 6, 2011, H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover along with her brother, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, previewed the new exhibit by photographer and filmmaker Nick Danziger entitled, War and Peace: Women in the XXI Century.  

This powerful exhibit documents the lives of eleven women who are victims of conflict.  Neil Burgess, curator of the exhibit, expressed his thoughts about War and Peace: Women in the XXI Century:

Often in times of war and conflict, is the story of the lives of women that reveals the true extent of the horror.These are their stories of strength and stoicism that can inspire and excite the world and bring it to act. In telling these stories, we hope that this work will touch you and inspire you.

If you happen to be in or around Monaco you can see the works by Mr. Danziger at the Exhibition Hall 4 quay Antoine ler.  It ends of September 30, 2011.

To view photos of H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover and H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco at the exhibit please click here.

Source: Art Côte d\’Azur

Photo courtesy of: Wikipedia, Monaco

Monaco Princely Family

‘The Prince and the Blogger: A Love Story’ An Article from Forbes Magazine

Here is an interesting article from the American magazine, Forbes. The journalist, Kai Falkenberg, writes about the never-ending saga between H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and the cranky old man from Santa Barbara, CA who has wasted his entire golden years whining about the sovereign prince of Monaco. Ms. Falkenberg points out that the cranky old man’s purpose in life is to destroy Prince Albert as well as to “…uncover the rot at the center of the principality.”  

Overall it’s a good piece by Ms. Falkenberg; moreover, commentary by the cranky old man within the article only confirms to everyone on planet Earth that he’s a giant buffoon.

 Click here to read the story.

Photo courtesy of the epic peeps at Palais Princier de Monaco.

Belgian Royals

H.R.H. Prince Laurent of Belgium Continues to Behave like a Giant Douche

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The world’s biggest pain in the okole, H.R.H. Prince Laurent of Belgium, continues to embarrass himself on an international level.

So what did he do this time?  During the Imperial wedding festivities in Germany last month the Belgian prince, who looks like Peter Griffin from the show Family Guy, had a hissy fit prior to and during the charity concert held at the Opera House in Berlin. According to onlookers, the prince refused to walk the red carpet in front of the Opera House like everyone else.

Excusez-moi! Je suis le Prince Laurent de Belgique! Je mérite un meilleur siège!


Arriving 32 minutes late in he sped past attendees in his jet black Porsche and  then proceeded to park in handicapped zone.  After barely making it up the short flight of stairs he was none too pleased with his seating assignment inside the Opera House. So he complained like a baby, but alas he didn’t get his way.

Source: RTL.be and private sources.

Monaco Princely Family

H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco Attends the ‘European and Global Forests: Which way for the Future ? Confernce

In Brussels, Belgium, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco attended the ‘European and Global Forests: Which way for the Future ?‘ conference this afternoon at the headquarters of the European Parliament.

This two-day conference (which began yesterday) focuses on “…focus on the challenges of sustainable management, conservation and development of forests in Europe and worldwide against climate change.” The Green Prince, as he is lovingly known as, gave passionate speech about the effects climate change and the environment.  

To learn more about the conference as well as to view photos please click here and here. 

Photo courtesy of: Daylife/Thierry Roge

Monaco Princely Family

‘Albert et Charlène: Mariage Princier à Monaco’ A New Book About the Princely Couple

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For those who simply just cannot get enough of Monaco’s new princely couple, Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene, well there is good news.  A new book is about to be released entitled, Albert et Charlène: Un Marriage Princier. 

Within the book there will be loads of photos along with commentary; moreover, H.S.H. Prince Albert II decided to write a preface for the book in which he states:

The union of the people and the princes of Monaco has always been the guarantor of the continuity of the Principality.  The response by the Monégasques people to the princess has been extraordinary [hmm].  Now, a new page in the history of our country has begun a new chapter in Monaco etc, etc, etc. (source)

The release date for Albert et Charlène: Un Marriage Princier is October 6, 2011.  Where can you find this book in the U.S.?  No idea.  Though you could fly to the south of France then shuffle your way to Monaco, find a bookstore, and I guarantee it will be there.   🙂

Photo courtesy of: Palais Princier de Monaco