Son of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, Prince Albert, b. 1958, became head of state in 2005.

Prince Albert is well liked and well known around the Principality. He has worked hard over the years and can be counted on to be present for prize-giving ceremonies for events around the Principality.

Marriage to Charlene Wittstock : 2nd and 3rd July 2011. After a private ceremony at the palace, the couple drive down to Sainte Devote past the crowds. Concert in the evening for locals, also Eagles concert in the stadium.

The Prince is known as an environmentalist, and enjoys nature.

Prince Albert's official enthronement was on 19th November 2005 (photo above), which is the annual "Prince's Day" holiday.

Enthronement
9 p.m. Saturday 19th November 2005
Fireworks in Port Hercule
10 a.m. Saturday 19th November 2005
Monaco Cathedral, high mass conducted by Archbishop Bernard Barsi of Monaco in the presence of Fortunato Baldelli, "Nonce Apostolique" in France.
11.30 a.m. Saturday 19th November 2005
"Prise d'Armes", Place du Palais, and procession.