Latest News About Monaco’s Charlene, royal swimmer

Updated 2026-06-18 04:03

Monaco’s former swimmer was seen at a foundation gathering beside Monaco’s leadership, reaffirming her humanitarian work through the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, founded in 2012 to support underprivileged children. South African-born, she married Prince Albert II in 2011, enriching Monaco’s royal lineage, welcomed twins Jacques and Gabriella baptized them into Monaco’s future, promoting sport through her foundation. Her public role highlights youth empowerment, AIDS awareness, support for underprivileged children, as part of her ongoing mission.

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Princess Charlene | Biography, Monaco, Wedding, & Facts

Princess Charlene is the consort (2011– ) of Albert II, prince of Monaco. In 2014 the couple had twins, Jacques Honore Rainier and Gabriella Therese Marie. Charlene previously was a competitive swimmer, and she participated in the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. Learn more about her life.

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