“Princess Caroline of Monaco marries French businessman Philippe Junot in a grand religious ceremony held at Monaco’s Royal Palace in June 1978. Surrounded by European royalty, international dignitaries, and Monaco’s citizens, the event marked a significant moment for the House of Grimaldi. Caroline, the eldest daughter of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace, wore a romantic Christian Dior gown designed by Marc Bohan. The ceremony, steeped in tradition and elegance, was followed by a lavish re

#OnThisDay 1923: Rainier III, Prince of Monaco was born. In 1985, Russell Harty visited the principality to ask him about the history of the Grimaldi family, being educated in England and his marriage to Grace Kelly. | BBC Archive

"Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III of Monaco were photographed by Howell Conant in Grace's elegant New York City apartment following their engagement announcement in January 1956, celebrating their joyful romance." #fblifestyle | History Through Time

"On April 19, 1956, Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III of Monaco were married in a lavish ceremony at the Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Monte Carlo, marking one of the most iconic royal weddings of the 20th century. The day before, a civil ceremony was held in the throne room of the Prince’s Palace. Designed by MGM’s Helen Rose, Grace’s gown featured 25 yards of silk taffeta, 100 yards of silk net, and re-embroidered lace, taking six weeks to complete. Broadcast to over 30 million people worldwide

"On April 19, 1956, Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III of Monaco were married in a lavish ceremony at the Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Monte Carlo, marking one of the most iconic royal weddings of the 20th century." #fblifestyle | History Through Time