Over the weekend Prince Albert and his wife Princess Charlene threw the most epic of celebrations to commemorate the 57-year-old’s ten year anniversary on the throne.
The festivities kicked off at the Palace Square in Monaco with Princess Charlene, 37, delivering her first ever public speech to thousands of adoring fans and family – including the couples’ seven-month-old twins Gabriella and Jacques, who were watching on in their nannies’ arms from the Palace balcony.
Albert stepped up to the throne in April, 2005, after his father ainier III, Prince of Monaco passed away. The Zimbabwe-born beauty explained in French of Albert’s family history: “[Prince] Albert I was the Explorer, Rainier III was the Prince-Builder, and you are the Prince of Hearts, of my heart.”
And the touching words were so powerful they moved the usually stoic Prince to tears before the couple shared a warm embrace and loving kiss.
On Sunday it was a more casual affair as they partied the night away to a live gig from British singer Robbie Williams.
Click through the gallery to check out all the highlights from the weekend!
Prince Albert of Monaco celebrates 10 years as the reigning monarch of Monaco in style!
Proud parents Albert and Charlene smile at their seven-month-old twins Gabriella and Jacques, as the bubs watch on from the Palace balcony in Monaco.
The 37-year-old Princess looked radiant in a soft pink gown during her stirring speech.
The Zimbabwe-born beauty explained in French: “[Prince] Albert I was the Explorer, Rainier III was the Prince-Builder, and you are the Prince of Hearts, of my heart.”
And the touching words were so powerful they moved the usually stoic Prince to tears!
Too cute! The husband and wife, who tied the knot it 2011, shared a loving kiss after Charlene’s speech.
Albert stepped up to the throne in April, 2005, after his father Rainier III, Prince of Monaco passed away.
It was all too much for Prince Jacques of Monaco, who snoozed away in his nanny’s arm while Princess Gabriella of Monaco watched on intently.
During the celebrations, the couple were gifted a 1925 Cartier belt buckle brooch to give to their daughter.
Simply stunning! The intricate accessory will no doubt be treasured forever. On Sunday it was a more casual affair as the couple threw a concert.
Punters were treated with hits from British singer Robbie Williams.
Speaking recently of his wife, Albert told People magazine: “She’s coming into her own now. I think she’s found a good space. I think I underestimated her.”
The duo didn’t hold back on the PDA throughout the celebratory weekend.
