They Called Her the Sad Princess
After their wedding, Princess Charlene quickly gained the moniker of “The Sad Princess,” thanks to the solemn expressions she sported in photographs. Aware of public speculation, Charlene remarked, “Sometimes it’s hard to smile.” Her statement hinted further at the complexities behind her marriage.
Adding fuel to the fire, “The Sunday Times” published an article questioning the authenticity of their marriage, causing the royal couple to sue the paper for libel. The newspaper had to settle and issued an apology.
NEXT: The rumors persisted, casting a lingering shadow over their relationship.