Prince Albert II of Monaco has been at the helm of Monaco’s throne since 2005, a Grimaldi by birthright; his life offers an intoxicating blend of European elegance and Mediterranean charm. Still, there’s more to this notorious royal than meets the eye. Not only is he a five-time Olympian in bobsledding, but the Prince has also skilfully juggled the attention from the media since his early youth.

But, his journey isn’t merely a tale of high society soirées and whispered rumors. Beyond the glittering galas, high-stakes poker of Monte Carlo, and his jet-setter reputation, the Prince’s love life, which once sent tabloid presses into overdrive, has settled into a charming tale of marital bliss. But how did all of this happen?