In the midst of swirling rumors about the state of his marriage, Prince Albert of Monaco has stepped forward to set the record straight. The royal, who recently attended the annual U Cavagnëtu, or Monaco Picnic, with his wife Princess Charlene, expressed his distress over the persistent speculations surrounding their relationship.
The couple, who were accompanied by their 8-year-old twins, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, as well as Albert's niece Charlotte Casiraghi, appeared united at the event. This public appearance comes on the heels of widespread gossip suggesting that the couple might be on the brink of divorce.
In a candid conversation, Prince Albert refuted these claims, stating, "Charlene is always by my side." He further highlighted their recent joint engagements, including receiving the new French ambassador to Monaco and attending the Princess of Monaco Cup golf competition. "I don't understand all these rumors, which hurt me, about us," he remarked, dismissing claims about Charlene living separately in Switzerland and the couple meeting only by appointment as baseless.
Albert acknowledged that Charlene faced health challenges "many months ago," likely alluding to her mysterious illness that necessitated multiple surgeries. He expressed relief that she has since recovered and remains a constant presence by his side. "She supports me in leading the Principality, but we're not attached to each other 24 hours a day," he clarified, emphasizing the demands of their roles as working royals.
The Palace of Monaco had previously issued a statement denouncing the "malicious rumors" about the royal couple's marriage as "totally unfounded." The statement also criticized certain publications for rehashing old stories that were inaccurate from the outset.
Prince Albert and Princess Charlene's love story began with their engagement announcement in 2010, leading to a grand wedding in Monaco on July 1, 2011. The couple welcomed their twin children three years post their wedding, with Charlene expressing her profound love for them, describing them as "magnificent" and "adorable."
As the royal couple continues to navigate the challenges of public life, they remain committed to their roles and to each other, dispelling rumors and focusing on their shared responsibilities and family.
