Beautiful queens and princesses. Catherine, Victoria, Charlotte Casiraghi - how real princesses not from fairy tales live
What girl doesn't dream of marrying a prince? For some, this dream comes true. And for some, the crown and title belong to birth.
We present to you the top famous princesses and queens.
Her Royal Highness Princess Letizia
Leticia Ortiz Rocasolano was born into an ordinary Spanish family, worked as a journalist, and anchored news on Spanish television. Before her marriage to Prince Felipe, she managed to be married.
King Juan Carlos of Spain and Queen Sofia were initially hostile to their union only son with the commoner Letizia, but after the heir threatened to abdicate the throne, and the entire Spanish people sided with the girl, the marriage still took place.
After a very beautiful wedding in 2004, the Prince and Princess of Asturias live in the Zarzuela Palace outside Madrid. The couple had two daughters, Infanta Leonor and Infanta Sofia. The latter is named after her grandmother, who still treats Laetitia with coldness.
At the same time, loving dad Felipe does not cease to discuss the topic of changing Article 57 of the Spanish Constitution, where it is written in black and white that the crown is inherited mainly by royal male offspring.
HRH Crown Princess Victoria
Unlike Spain, in Sweden there is a boy among the heirs, but he is second in line to the throne. The wonderful girl Victoria, the eldest daughter of King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden and Queen Silvia, will ascend to the throne in Carlson’s homeland.
Crown Princess Victoria is, without exaggeration, a national treasure of Sweden. To say that Swedes adore her is an understatement. This is why people are even more worried about the personal life of the future queen. The girl turned 31 this year; the press does not miss a single engagement, wedding or christening attended by the princess.
Victoria is said to be marrying fitness trainer Daniel Westling next summer.
HRH Princess Maxima
The future wife of the heir to the throne of the Netherlands, Willem-Alexander Maxima Zorreguieta, was born on another continent in Buenos Aires. Where else is the daughter of the Argentine minister Agriculture maybe meet the future king of the Netherlands? At a private party on neutral territory - in Spain. Two years later they announced their engagement.
Oddly enough, Willem-Alexander's mother, the current Queen of the Netherlands Beatrix and 80 percent of the Dutch immediately approved Maxima's candidacy, which cannot be said about political forces countries. As a sign of her gratitude, Maxima, who had acquired Dutch citizenship shortly before her wedding, invited the Queen Mother to be one of three witnesses at the ceremony in 2002.
Her Majesty Beatrix appreciated the gesture and dedicated Maxim to the knighthood of the Order of the Netherlands Lion - highest award countries.
Maxima gave birth to three heirs to Holland - Princess Katharina Amalia, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariana Wilhemina. Beatrix adores and spoils her granddaughters.
HRH Crown Princess Mette-Marit
The acquaintance of a simple Norwegian, Mette-Marit Tjessem-Høiby, with Prince Haakon of Norway occurred in 1996, but the romance did not continue, since at the same time Mette-Marit fell in love with another man and gave birth to his son Marius.
Soon she was left alone with her son, went to study at the University of Oslo, and there fate again confronted her with Haakon. But even then the romance did not begin, but the princess was not bored, the photographs of that period of her life are impressive - here she is dancing on the table and smoking weed, and here she is with a shaved head and a bottle of champagne.
When Mette-Marit finally began living with the prince in 2000, a scandal involving her ex-boyfriend: He was jailed for possession of cocaine.
But no matter how skeptical people are about Mette-Marit, her transformation into royal marriage impressive. Norwegians fall more and more in love with the Crown Princess every year. Before the wedding in 2001, the royal family held a press conference where Mette-Marit cried and apologized for past misdeeds.
King Harald V of Norway and Queen Sonja have come to terms with their son's choice and publicly support the princess. The former rebel and heir to the throne Haakon has two children together - Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus. Mette-Marit's first son Marius was officially adopted by Haakon.
HRH Queen Rania of Jordan
Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan is one of the most beloved, beautiful and popular royals in the world. When she married Prince Abdullah bin Hussein in 1999, Rania, born into a simple family in Kuwait, never imagined that she would soon become queen. Her husband's elder brother, Prince Hussein, was to ascend the throne.
But after tragic death The current king in the late nineties, Jordan was shocked by another news - contrary to tradition, Abdullah was appointed heir. And Rania began a new life.
Her Majesty is known as a women's rights activist and philanthropist. She travels a lot and covers this topic in the most unexpected places, such as on the Oprah Winfrey show and in glossy magazines. Many also remember the video, at her request, posted on YouTube, where the queen asked to send her questions about Arab world and Islam.
The royal family of Jordan really has nothing to reproach; they love each other dearly, both are skilled diplomats, charming and sincere people. And about “going among the people” without security and in simple outfits royal couple There are already legends. It is not surprising that the people of Jordan simply cannot imagine better monarchs. By royal standards, they behave quite well earthly life, raising four children - Hussein, Iman, Salma and Hashim.
HRH Crown Princess Mary
Scottish girl Mary Elizabeth Donaldson was preparing to prove theorems and solve equations, just like her father, a professor applied mathematics. She would probably have been doing this all her life if it had been during the summer Olympic Games in 2000 in Sydney (where her family emigrated) she did not meet Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark. Now, by the way, Mary’s father works at Aarhus University in Denmark.
Soon Mary moved to Europe, where she began teaching English in Paris. When a certain Miss Donaldson began to actively appear in the society of Prince Frederick and no less actively learn Danish, journalists published the first articles about the future crown princess.
The Danes still remember Frederick's touching tears when he saw his bride in the church aisle in her wedding dress.
Mary patronizes the European branch World Organization health care and, together with Frederick, is raising a son, Christian Voldemar, and a one-year-old daughter, Isabella Henrietta.
Princess Charlotte Casiraghi
Charlotte belongs to the princely family of Grimaldi and is the daughter of Princess Caroline of Hanover of Monaco, the niece of the reigning Prince of Monaco Albert II and, most importantly, the granddaughter of the Hollywood beauty Grace Kelly.
Although not a legitimate princess (the girl's late father did not hold the title of prince), Charlotte is third in line to inherit the throne of Monaco after her mother and older brother Andre. And all because Prince Albert II of Monaco never started a family and legitimate children.
Charlotte is known as a socialite, the new darling of the paparazzi and one of Karl Lagerfeld's muses. Photographers photograph her with her boyfriends on vacation in the most exotic places globe from Brazil to Maui.
But until the age of 18, mother Caroline, a desperate daredevil in the past, took care of her daughter like the apple of her eye, even sending her away from Monaco - to the south of France in Provence. The first photos of the grown-up Charlotte created a sensation, and it seems that journalists around the world decided that the girl’s beauty obliges them to photograph her forever.
Is Kate Middleton the future Crown Princess of England?
Kate Middleton is the girlfriend of Prince William, who is second in line to inherit the throne of Great Britain (after Prince Charles), a very famous person. She has not yet become an official member royal family, but is approaching this status by leaps and bounds.
As you know, the royal court in England is one of the most conservative, so Queen Elizabeth II carefully monitors the lives of her grandchildren and tries in every possible way to influence the choice of the other half for the boys. It is said that both Her Majesty and her subjects at court approved of William's choice. After all, Kate is the daughter of a major English businessman, well known in social circles of the country.
Heir British throne in the family
IN different countries In Europe, young heirs are growing up in the royal families, who will in the future take on the royal regalia. Who are these famous children, and how are they raised in royal families? About young heirs royal thrones European countries and will be discussed in this review.
Great Britain
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and his wife Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, their son Prince George of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte
The royal family of Elizabeth II, on the throne since 1952, is undoubtedly the most famous in Europe. That is why the first-born George, born to Prince William and his wife Catherine, became so famous from the moment of his birth. In the future, it is he who, after his grandfather and father, will inherit the British throne.
Prince George (22 July 2013)
Prince George of Cambridge
Little George's parents do not particularly spoil him with luxury, trying to provide him with the usual happy childhood.
Prince George
Now Katt and William live away from London, in Anmer Hall, on their country estate, which Elizabeth II gave them as a wedding gift, where they mainly raise their children.
Prince George
But this September, George, who will be 4 years old this summer, will have to go to school, and by this time the whole family is planning to move to permanent place residence in London, to his new residence.
Sweden
Princess of Sweden, Duchess of Östergötland - daughter of the heir to the Swedish throne, Crown Princess Victoria and her husband, Duke of Västergötland Daniel Westling and his brother
Princess Estelle (23 February 2012)
Her Royal Highness Estelle Silvia Eva Mary, Princess of Sweden, Duchess of Östergötland
Estelle is the daughter of Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel Westling, who was previously Victoria's personal fitness instructor, and is second in line to her mother to the Swedish crown.
Princess Estelle
Now this charming princess is 5 years old, she is a very spontaneous, active and cheerful girl. Estelle loves to dance and often does it during official receptions. At the age of 4 she began studying in ballet school in Stockholm.
Princess Estelle
Her parents constantly take her and her brother to various cultural and sporting events. And she already has a lot of fans.
Spain
King Philip VI of Spain and Queen Letizia with their daughters Leonor and Sofia
Princess Leonor (31 October 2005)
Infanta Leonor, Princess of Asturias
Princess Leonor, the eldest daughter of King Philip VI and his wife Letizia, has a good chance of becoming head of state (unless her parents have a boy by then). Parents pay a lot of attention to the education of their daughters, Princess Leonor studies several foreign languages, studies music and ballet, studies etiquette, and also loves skiing. It is also planned in the future that Leonor will study economics and diplomacy, which are difficult for the head of state to do without. And since the King of Spain is also the Supreme Commander, Leonor will also have to serve in the army.
Princess Leonor
Sisters Eleanor and Sofia are very stylish and beautiful girls, who behave impeccably in society, it is impossible not to admire them. Nevertheless, parents try to protect their daughters from excessive paparazzi attention; they rarely go out into the world.
Denmark
Crown Prince Frederik and Princess Mary Elizabeth Donaldson with their children - Prince Christian (2005), Princess Isabella (2007), twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine
Prince Christian (15 October 2005)
Prince of Denmark Christian Waldemar Henri John
The birth of the first son Christian to Crown Prince Frederik and his wife Mary Donaldson, now large family, who has four children, was celebrated on a grand scale throughout the country. The parents themselves, Frederick and Mary, lead a very active life, both sports and cultural, and they teach their children to do the same, often taking them with them.
Prince Christian
Little bully Christian.
Christian grows up as a cheerful child who loves to misbehave, like all boys, and communicates with children from the most ordinary families. I first went with them to kindergarten, and then to a municipal school.
Norway
Crown Prince Haakon of Norway with his wife Mette-Marit and two children - Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus
Princess Ingrid (21 January 2004)
HRH Ingrid Alexandra, Princess of Norway
Ingrid, the main heir to the throne, is the eldest daughter in the family of Prince Haakon and his wife Mette-Marit. The northern princess lives a very ordinary life, her parents adhere to fairly strict methods of raising children.
Princess Ingrid
Princess Ingrid
Ingrid started studying at a very ordinary school, located next to her house, and now, together with her brother, she studies at an elite private school where all subjects are taught in English. English language.
Netherlands
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands with his wife Queen Maxima and daughters Princesses Catharina-Amalia, Alexia and Ariana
Princess Katharina-Amalia (31 October 2003)
Princess Catharina-Amalia Beatrix Carmen Victoria
Katharina Amalia, being the eldest of the three daughters of King Willem Alexander and his wife Maxima, is the first-line heir to the throne.
Princess Katharina-Amalia
Princess Katharina-Amalia
Willem-Alexander is the first king in 130 years - before that, the kingdom was ruled only by women. But he has three daughters, so governing the kingdom of the Netherlands will soon again become the lot of women.
King Philippe of Belgium, Queen Mathilde with children - Princess Elisabeth (2001), Prince Gabriel (2003), Prince Emmanuel (2005) and Princess Eleanor (2008)
Princess Elizabeth (25 October 2001)
Elisabeth Theresa Maria Helena of Belgium, Duchess of Brabant
Elizabeth is the eldest of four children of King Philip and his wife Matilda. From childhood, Elizabeth was raised as future queen, she is trained in etiquette and is fluent in three European languages - Dutch, German and French.
Princess Elizabeth
Princess Elizabeth
And although the royal family does not appear very often in in public places, Elizabeth is already actively participating in various official events and behaves with great dignity.
Well, what girl doesn’t dream of someday marrying a real prince on a white horse? All these magnificent dresses, beautiful crowns and jewelry, luxurious castles, receptions and ballroom evenings - become a real fairy tale, however, it comes to life only in the pictures of books or in the plots of films.
But some people are given all this from birth, because they are real princesses, ladies of “blue blood”. And what’s even nicer is that among the privileged list there are those who have been in this fairy tale, turning into a princess after a successful marriage. All of them always arouse interest - shrouded in an aura of mystery, majesty and a certain extravagance, who are they really?
Today we decided to talk about the most famous and prominent princesses of our time, lift the veil of mystery a little and find out how they live today. Are they really sitting in a castle and waiting for their betrothed, as all princesses from fairy tales should?
1. Crown Princess Victoria, Sweden
Our top 10 opens with the eldest daughter of King Charles XVI of Sweden, who is often credited with the titles of the bravest, most persistent and simply charming princess in the whole world. Perhaps this is partly due to the fact that she was not afraid of the anger of the royal family, as well as censure from the public, and tied the knot with an ordinary fitness trainer, with whom she fell madly in love.
This act was accepted with great enthusiasm by the common people, which added points of popularity to the princess. The royal couple already had a daughter, and in September of this year it was confirmed that Victoria was expecting a second child.
2. Princess Madeleine of Sweden
Madeleine is the younger sister of Crown Princess Victoria and the second daughter of the King of Sweden. My biggest passion youngest princess called horses and travel. By the way, Madeleine’s first pony was named Travolta, which she already rode at the age of four.
A curious fact is that on the path to personal happiness it became precisely elder sister Victoria! And the whole point is in Swedish laws: the youngest of the princesses cannot marry before the eldest. But, I must say that in the end everything worked out for the best: both sisters have been married for a long time and both are happy in their marriage.
3. Charlotte Casiraghi, Princess of Monaco
Charlotte, who, by the way, is the granddaughter of the brilliant beauty Grace Kelly, is only fourth in line to the Monegasque throne, and, technically, does not bear the title of princess, although, in fact, this is just a convention.
Beautiful, smart, kind and beautiful girl With early years She dreamed of making sure that she was valued not only for her pretty appearance, but also for her inner “filling.” As a result, Charlotte successfully studied in Europe, and over time, chose the path of a successful businesswoman.
4. Princess Letizia, Spain
The next one on our list is precisely that rare case when princesses become not by birth, but by marriage. Letitia was born into an ordinary family, devoid of any titles, for a long time She successfully worked as a correspondent and journalist.
The royal family did not want to accept the future union of a simple journalist and Prince Felipe, however, the opinion of their only son still had to be taken into account when he threatened to abdicate the throne. In addition, the entire Spanish throne supported the girl, and in 2004 a very beautiful and touching celebration was held.
5. Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana, Thailand
The princess, perhaps with the most complex name, is a representative of one of the most ancient ruling dynasties worldwide. Despite the very impressive financial capabilities of the royal couple, the girl graduated from school in Thailand, after which she received higher education at the University of Applied Arts.
Sirivannavari has been interested in fashion since childhood and decided not to shelve her dream: she began creating her own clothing line, her collections were presented with considerable success on the most famous catwalks in Europe.
6. Princess Alexandra, Luxembourg
One of the youngest princesses on our list, Alexandra is only 24 years old, but the girl has already achieved a lot! He speaks five languages, is actively involved in horse riding and tennis, and also deeply studies philosophy, history and literature.
7. Mary, Crown Princess of Denmark
Another fairy tale with a happy ending: the girl Mary, the daughter of a professor of applied mathematics, planned to devote her life to exact sciences. But everything changed after she met Frederik, Crown Prince of Denmark, at the Sydney Olympics. Soon Mary moved to Europe, where she taught in Paris, and literally a year later her engagement to the prince took place.
8. Mette-Marit, Crown Princess of Norway
One of the most discussed and controversial princesses, because her life before she became the official wife of the Prince of Norway is full of dubious events, stormy scenes and compromising photos, which, however, did not stop her from radically changing her future.
Today Mette-Marit has changed a lot, she is supported by the people and even the royal family, which, for obvious reasons, initially received the girl with great coldness. Today Mette-Marit and the Crown Prince have two children together.
9. Princess Masako, Japan
For many years now, Princess Masako, in addition to her official title, has been wearing another, not the most pleasant one. She is called the “unfortunate princess”, she leads a rather closed life, for the last few years she has stopped appearing in public, and the girl rarely takes part in even the most important ceremonies. Why is that?
Rumor has it that this is due to the extremely strict traditions of the Japanese court, because before her marriage, Masako was actively involved in her own education, graduated from Harvard and dreamed of becoming a diplomat. But life at court obliges us to do something else, which perhaps not everyone can do; the result is a protracted depression lasting 10 years, and even now it is difficult to say how Princess Masako copes with her royal life.
10. Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge
And although Kate is not officially a princess (she can only become one after the death of Queen Elizabeth II), the British have long awarded the sweet and beloved duchess the title of people's princess. By the way, Kate’s story is another story about Cinderella, because she is also not one of the nobility.
She met her future husband, Prince William, at the university, her relationship with whom was hidden for a long time for obvious reasons. As a result, on April 29, the wedding of the century took place - Kate and William tied the knot, and after the celebration, all the brides dreamed of the same dress as the English princess.
Today Kate copes with her responsibilities perfectly: she gave birth to two children, is actively involved in charitable activities, and is also always ready to help those in need.
34 years old, UK
As you know, Elizabeth II gave Kate the title of Duchess of Cambridge, and she can officially become a princess only after the death of the queen. But the British have long called sweet Kate nothing more than their own people's princess— she is actively involved in charitable activities and is always ready to help ordinary people.
Kate is a girl from a family that does not belong to the English nobility. She met Prince William while studying at the Scottish University of St. Andrews, and eight years later secret romance the heir to the British throne proposed marriage to her. Now the family has their first child, George, the future king of Great Britain, and baby princess Charlotte.
After the wedding on April 29, 2011, a real Kate boom happened in the world: brides began to order dresses exactly like the duchess’s, jewelers began to make copies of the engagement ring with a huge sapphire, and society ladies began to imitate her exquisite manners.
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At the same time, Catherine is perhaps the most democratic fashionista among the royals - the Duchess of Cambridge calmly wears her favorite dresses several times, violating the royal dress code, and often prefers budget British brands to luxury outfits, which has more than once become a source of quarrels with her demanding mother-in-law: the queen thinks that Katherine is being too simple.
Crown Princess Victoria
38 years old, Sweden
Unlike Kate, who acquired status upon marriage, the eldest daughter of King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden and Queen Silvia was condemned to the royal mantle from birth. At first, Victoria was a princess, and after constitutional reform she received the right of first succession (she overtook her younger brother Carl Philip in line for the throne) and became crown princess. Victoria, thanks to her father (Carl Gustav is Elizabeth II’s second cousin), can still lay claim to the British throne (however, the Swede ranks 205th in the list of heirs).
Victoria is a staunch soldier. As a child, the princess had serious problems: her classmates laughed at the girl who had difficulty reading and spelling. But as she grew up, Victoria became convinced that this was not a curse, but an experience that needed to be shared with others. Victoria did not hide her history with an eating disorder. Even while studying at Yale, journalists suspected the girl of being too thin. The royal family admitted that the heiress actually suffers from anorexia. The ratings of the Swedish monarchs increased, and the paparazzi left Victoria for a while, giving her a time-out for 18 months - that’s how long the princess was treated for the disorder.
She was not afraid to challenge prejudices and marry a simple fitness trainer, Daniel Westling, whom she sincerely fell in love with. “What did she see in the gym teacher?” - the royal entourage was surprised. “It's simple. “He made me truly happy,” Victoria answered.
Victoria and Daniel are actively engaged social activities, in particular, lead charitable foundation assistance to the disabled, named after the princess - “Victoria”.
Princess Madeleine
34 years old, Sweden
Younger sister Victoria also chose a man of non-blue blood and won as a result not only in on a personal level. Her wedding to businessman Christopher Paul O'Neill helped raise the royal family's profile in the public eye. The fact is that unpleasant rumors had been swirling around the monarchs for a long time: a book was published telling about the drunken orgies and love affairs of King Carl XVI Gustav, and Queen Silvia was accused of hiding her father’s commitment to Nazi Germany.
In the summer of 2013, the wedding attracted 1,200 people - these were royalty from different parts of the world, and ordinary citizens who want to watch the ceremony. Madeleine chose a dress by Valentino Garavani, put on a four-meter veil and a tiara with branches of myrtle, which is specially grown next to former palace royal family in the city of Helsingborg.
Princess Masako
52 years old, Japan
“Unfortunate Princess” - this definition has been undividedly owned for many years Japanese princess Masako, wife of Crown Prince Naruhito.
Naruhito saw his future wife in 1987 at one of the social events and found her similar to his ideal - an American supermodel Brooke Shields. By that time, Masako had graduated from Harvard, knew six languages, and dreamed of becoming a diplomat.
Beautiful and smart, and also possessing all the indispensable conditions for a Japanese princess (Masako was a virgin, her height was no more than 165 centimeters, she was under 30 years old), she “hooked” the prince, but she twice refused his proposals for marriage. In the summer of 1993, Naruhito finally won the heart of an unapproachable girl.
After the wedding, Masako's life changed dramatically: she found herself deprived of all freedom. She was forbidden to even talk on the phone with her parents unless absolutely necessary. Naruhito reassured his beloved as best he could, but she cried every day, which irritated the royal family.
And in 2004, doctors diagnosed the princess with reduced adaptation To environment“, and rumors spread that the girl, to put it mildly, was not herself.
Princess Kendra Spears
28 years
Prince Rahim Aga Ahan does not have his own state, but the head of the dynasty, Aga Ahan, leads the Nizari Ismaili society and holds many resorts, castles and a large bank account. For all this American top model Kendra Spears left her career as a fashion model (before her marriage she managed to work with Moschino, Escada, Victoria's Secret and H&M) and devoted herself to maternal care. However, Rahim Agha Ahan is not against the work of his chosen one, but, on the contrary, is grateful to her, because the lovers met at the suggestion of Kendra’s colleague Naomi Campbell in the spring of 2013.
The prince's family jokes that love for models is in his genes: his grandfather was married to Hollywood actress Rita Hayworth, and the mother of Aga Ahan himself - British model Sarah Crocket-Poole.
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark
44 years old, Denmark
The acquaintance of Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark and realtor Mary Donaldso took place in Australia, the homeland of the future crown princess. The Dane came to the Green Continent to support his team at the Olympics, and after have a hard day I went into a pub where I saw future wife. They began to communicate - first by mail, then Donaldson moved to London to work in a law office and be closer to her loved one. At the same time, for a long time the girl did not know who her chosen one really was. But when the acquaintance with the royal family did take place, Donaldson had to accept the high status of the groom and agree to several conditions: she had to learn Danish perfectly, serve in the army, join the Lutheran church and agree to abandon all children born in the marriage in case of divorce. Mary agreed with everything and in May 2004 put on an outfit by the Danish designer Uffe Frank, and also decorated her head with a veil that she inherited from Danish Crown Princess Margaret. In honor of home country the girl was carrying in her hands a bouquet of white roses and Australian eucalyptus leaves.
By the way, now in the Australian bar where the significant meeting of two hearts took place, “Meet Your Prince” parties are often held.
Princess Marie
40 years old, Denmark
Younger brother Frederica, Prince Joachim of Denmark also preferred a girl who was far from the Danish monarchy: programmer Marie Cavalier from France did not belong to the Lutheran church and did not know the Danish language. Joachim met the girl in 2002 at a dinner party, but the young people began dating only after his divorce from his first wife. Clever Marie (she graduated from Boston University and speaks three foreign languages) was liked not only by the prince, but also by his children from his first marriage, and even ex-wife- such big company they often celebrated holidays.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit
42 years old, Norway
After the Norwegian prince announced his engagement to Mette Marit Heiby, the public was alarmed. Not only was Mette a simple waitress, but she also raised illegitimate son. The behavior of the future crown princess was especially disliked by the Lutheran church, in which the newlyweds were to be married: the clergy did not approve of the fact that Haakon and his bride managed to live together for several months.
None of this stopped Haakon. He not only married his chosen one, but also adopted her son Mette. True, a boy, according to the Norwegian Constitution, can never ascend to the throne.
Princess Charlotte Casiraghi
29 years old, Monaco
Charlotte, the granddaughter of Princess Grace Kelly, was born into the family of businessman Stefano Casiraghi and Princess Caroline of Monaco and was brought up according to all the rules of the royal court: she speaks three languages (French, English, Italian), is comfortable in the saddle, graduated from the Faculty of Philosophy at the Sorbonne and is involved in charity work . In addition to this, the princess also managed to get a job as a correspondent for the London Independent newspaper. But most of all, Casiraghi glorified equestrian sport. She has taken part in several international competitions and has been the face of the Gucci fashion cosmetics line since 2010. The brand produced exclusive equestrian equipment especially for the girl.
Despite their origins, Charlotte is alien Savor and royal honors. She prefers horseback riding in rural silence to noisy parties, and instead of a famous and noble man she chose French actor Gad Elmaleh, which few people know about. Casiraghi also refused to celebrate the wedding, contrary to everyone’s expectations. Gad and Charlotte live in a civil marriage and raise their son Rafael.
Princess Dina Abdulaziz
41 years old, Saudi Arabia
The Arabian princess - the wife of Prince Abdulaziz bin Nasser bin Abdulaziz al-Saud and mother of three children - conquered the world's Fashion Weeks with her unusual outfits and stylish haircut several years ago, but in her homeland the girl has been known for a long time: Dina is the owner of the popular chain of boutiques D 'NA, and this summer the princess became editor-in-chief of the upcoming Vogue Arabia.
Princess Clotilde of Venice and Piedmont
47 years old, Italy
Before her wedding to Emanuel Filiberto, Prince of Venice and Piedmont, Clotilde was a fairly popular French actress (among others, she starred in the Oscar-winning film about the fate of Edith Piaf, Life in pink color") and attended many special events. It is not surprising that, having become a princess, she instantly mastered all the rules of court etiquette, including those regarding the choice of outfits, which the royal lady definitely knows a lot about.
Princess Maria Olympia
19 years old, Greece
Eldest daughter Crown Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece and Crown Prince Paul do not know Greek! She was born in New York and then moved to London with her four brothers. Maria graduated private school in Switzerland. She is interested in theater, art history and photography. Last summer, the girl entered New York University to study fashion and photography, and her teachers are confident that the princess will definitely achieve success in the fashion industry. Maria-Olympia has already graced several glossy covers and completed an internship at the House of Dior.
Princess Sirivannavari
29 years old, Thailand
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There are many kingdoms in the world today; in Europe alone there are 12 of them. If earlier royals tried to pass off their offspring as representatives of blue blood, then for some time now this has become less important. Modern princes and princesses choose their love partners.
Therefore, the title does not prevent most representatives of royal families from building happy family relationships.
Moreover, if you do not lose hope of marrying a prince, then it will be interesting to know that there are still young and eligible suitors among them.
For princesses these days, it doesn’t matter at all what their husband does or has done: royals have both fitness trainers and writers as husbands.
Husband of the Crown Princess of Sweden
At the age of 20, she posed topless for a famous Swedish magazine, and was later seen in a reality show with elements of eroticism. However, then she moved to New York, where she practiced yoga intensively and even opened a school. As the press secretaries of the dynastic family emphasize, Sofia, even before meeting the prince, took part in the construction orphanage in Africa as a volunteer, and also did charity work. The girl met the prince in a nightclub, and they started dating a year later.
The prince's parents at first did not show much enthusiasm for Karl's next passion, taking into account Sofia's dubious past. My parents hoped it was just a hobby. However, over time, Karl's parents got used to the girl and were probably happy about their son's engagement. After the wedding in 2015, Sofia received the title of Duchess of Värmland and, judging by the photographs, she is trying to live up to it.
In April 2016, the couple had a son, Alexander.
Wedding of Karl Philipp and Sofia Hellqvist.
Wife of King Al-Abdullah II of Jordan
Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan is one of the most popular and beloved female monarchs in the world. She is well-educated, is involved in charity work, devotes time every day to communicating with visitors to her personal website, helps Arab women understand the work sphere and open companies - it’s impossible to list everything that this woman does.
Queen Rania is considered a people's favorite and gladly takes part in projects aimed at combating violence and developing new educational plans, actively opposes the war. Moreover, she admires her style - the Italian designer Armani once called Rania his muse.
Before meeting the king, Rania lived an ordinary life, although she was always ambitious. She grew up in Kuwait as the daughter of a doctor. As a child, I was used to working hard. Having received a good education, Rania got a job in a company owned by the sister of the king (then a prince). At one of the dinners, Rania was introduced to Abdullah II. Afterwards the king admitted that he fell in love with the girl at first sight. This is not at all surprising, because they got married 6 months after they met. In 1999, after the death of King Hussein of Jordan, Abdullah II was appointed monarch.
Today the couple is raising 4 children. Rania continues to be involved in social activities and charity work. She is one of the most active women's rights activists in the Middle East. In 2007 entered the top 100 list influential women peace.
Queen of Jordan Rania Al-Abdullah.
Wife of Duke William of Cambridge
Kate Middleton is perhaps one of the most famous princesses in the world. The girl comes from an ordinary family of ordinary English millionaires. Her father worked as an air traffic controller and her mother as a flight attendant. A few years after Kate was born, her parents founded their own product sales company, which soon began to bring in good income and made its founders wealthy.
Kate always loved to study and graduated from more than one educational institution. The acquaintance with the prince also took place within the walls of the university where both studied. Their relationship began in 2002-2003, and she officially became the prince's girlfriend in 2005. In 2007, their relationship was interrupted for several months, most likely due to the pressure put on the girl by the press.
In 2010, the couple announced their engagement, and in April 2011 the wedding took place.
Today the couple are raising 2 children, a son, George Alexander Louis, and a daughter, Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.
One of the most popular princesses in the world - Kate Middleton and her husband.
Wife of Crown Prince Frederika of Denmark
Crown Princess Danish Mary is a heroine in her native Australia. The girl's parents are originally from Scotland, but moved to Australia back in the 1960s, where the future princess was born. Mary grew up in an ordinary family - her father taught mathematics, her mother was a housewife raising 4 children, among whom Mary was the youngest. After receiving her education, the girl went to work in Denmark. But the future spouses met in Australia during the Olympic Games in 2000. Frederick was relaxing in a Sydney pub when Mary was introduced to him. The young people liked each other. At first, the girl had no idea who this cute guy, who called himself Fred, was.
Mary's parents did not immediately accept her, but eventually agreed to the marriage. However, Mary had to accept the royal family's conditions:
- renounce Australian citizenship
- sign a waiver of children in case of divorce
- go to the Danish Lutheran Church
- learn Danish perfectly
After signing all the documents, the wedding date was set, which turned out to be amazing. By the way, Danish residents adore their Australian princess - 75% would like to see her as queen. Today the couple is raising 4 children, 2 boys and 2 girls.
The people of Denmark adore their Australian Crown Princess.
The Crown Princess with her husband, Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark.
Princess Charlene Wittstock, wife of Prince Albert of Monaco
The history of the relationship between Charlene and Princess Albert is full of rumors. This couple had already been predicted to separate many times, and at the wedding, journalists were waiting for the bride to say no. They said that the girl tried to escape from the aisle three times. IN last third once, it was as if the police had caught up with her while trying to fly to Nice. However, the wedding still took place, although during honeymoon the couple spent the night in different hotels. In any case, their relationship has lasted for more than 10 years, the couple is raising 2 children.
The princess is originally from South Africa. Since childhood, the girl was fond of sports, was a professional swimmer and performed at the Olympic Games. In 2008, she had to leave the sport due to a shoulder injury.
The prince met his future wife in 2000, when the athlete won an international swimming tournament. As they say, the prince took the initiative and approached the blond beauty himself. Few people believed in the future of the relationship, since the prince was famous for his love affairs and often met with female athletes. His interest in Charlene was not surprising, and besides, journalists say she resembles his mother Grace Kelly, who was killed in a car accident.
Today, Charlene and Albert are actively involved in raising children and regularly appear in the world. For example, they were present at the Monaco Grand Prix on May 29, 2016, where Prince Albert presented the trophy to the winner.
Charlene is a lot like Albert's mother, Grace Kelly.
Queen Letizia of Asturias, wife of King Felipe of Spain
Leticia Otos could not even imagine that she would one day become a princess and then a queen. She achieved great success in journalism, was married to a literature teacher. The prince had to work hard to achieve the beauty. Rumor has it that he invited her on a date 4 times, but was refused. The prince's parents were also happy to learn that their son had found his love, because at the age of 30 he declared that he would marry only for love. This is a common occurrence in Europe today.
The family is very popular in Spain and has 2 wonderful daughters.
The Spanish royal family is extremely popular in their homeland.
The family is raising 2 daughters.
Princess Tatiana Blatnik, wife of Prince Nikolaos of Greece and Denmark
Tatiana Blatnik was working as a manager in the advertising department of the famous designer Diane von Fursenberg when she met Prince Nikolaos. They were introduced by a mutual friend at ski resort in 2003. Before this, the prince was an avid bachelor.
Their wedding took place in August 2010. The couple does not have children yet.
The beautiful couple met at a ski resort in 2003.
Queen Silvia, wife of King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden
Sylvia Sommerlath grew up in a large multinational family. She spent her childhood in Brazil. The girl was interested in learning foreign languages from an early age.
The couple met at the Olympic Games, where Sylvia worked as a guide and translator. The king admitted that he could not resist the bright translator. At the time of their relationship, marriages with "commoners" were not allowed. After his father's death, Charles took his place on the throne and almost immediately introduced amendments to the constitution that allowed marriages with representatives of non-royal blood.
Today Sylvia is a favorite of the Swedes. She easily won the hearts of the citizens of this country thanks to sincere feelings to the king, active pursuits charity. In marriage, the couple raised 3 beautiful children.
Queen Silvia attends her husband's birthday, who turned 70 this year.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, wife of Crown Prince Haakon
The Crown Princess of Norway was already married before meeting the prince. She had a child with a criminal. Then she met Prince Haakon, who was even ready to give up the throne for her. The Norwegians were hostile to Mette-Marit's candidacy.
The couple met at a rock festival. Before the announcement of their engagement, the newlyweds lived in civil marriage- For this reason, the prince left the palace and bought an apartment. When the couple announced their engagement, the royal family's ratings dropped by half due to the girl's difficult past and the prince's behavior. As you know, the wedding did take place. Today Mette-Marit is a favorite of the Norwegians, who, after a heartfelt appeal from the prince's new wife, managed to accept and forgive her. The couple has 2 children.
Crown Prince Haakon of Norway with his wife Mette-Marit.
The most enviable single princes of the planet
Prince Harry of England
One of the most enviable princes in the world can confidently be called Prince Harry of Wales, a charming, red-haired guy. In his early youth, he had a reputation as an eccentric and problematic teenager. He easily got involved in various adventures. As the prince himself admits, the army played big role in his life. While serving in hot spots, he gained self-control and became a grown man.
The prince has no plans to get married yet, although such things rarely happen strictly according to plan. His most romantic relationship was with the blue-eyed beauty Cressida Bonas. The prince recently said that the time for starting a family comes individually for each person.
Prince Harry is not planning to get married yet.
Prince of Dubai Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum
Another welcome prince, now of eastern blood - crown prince Dubai Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum. He has a bright appearance and is engaged in extreme species sports, actively participates in the political life of his country. Hamdan also does not forget about helping the disadvantaged. IN United Arab Emirates they love him very much. The prince also writes poetry under the pseudonym Fazzaa, which in Arabic means “a person who helps those in trouble.” Almost nothing is known about the prince’s personal life, except that he is not married.
Prince Hamdan is incredibly rich and popular in the United Arab Emirates.
Prince Philippos
Prince Philippos of Greece and Denmark is on the list of the most eligible bachelors in Europe. Despite the title, he is unlikely to become king; there are 2 older brothers ahead of him. But the prince’s hobbies are quite ordinary - computers, music, sports, and he leads a completely ordinary life. You can meet the prince in New York, since it’s already quite long time the guy lives in Manhattan.
Prince Philippos with his sister Theodora, American actress. Both representatives of the dynasty live in the USA.
So, there are single princes available. Are you ready to become the next princess?
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