In the golden halls of the Monaco Palace, where every silence speaks louder than a thousand words, some decisions are made without the need for official statements. Sometimes, the true stance of royalty is revealed in what is not said and in absences.
In that subtle language, Caroline of Monaco has made her position clear regarding Alexandre Grimaldi, the extramarital son of Albert II. Without the need for explicit gestures or public statements, the princess has consistently kept her distance.
Caroline of Monaco's Controversial Decision Regarding Albert's Son
Although Alexandre carries the Grimaldi blood, his place within the family remains uncertain. Since his birth, his presence has been a sensitive issue within the Principality.
Despite Albert's efforts to integrate his children born out of wedlock into his life, Caroline's attitude has been to maintain a clear distance.
To this day, Princess Caroline has never been seen posing with Alexandre Grimaldi at any public event. Neither at family celebrations nor at informal moments where other members of the royal family have participated.
This decision, discreet but firm, has also been shared by Caroline's children, who have not established visible ties with their cousin either. Meanwhile, it seems that Albert of Monaco is trying to take steps toward a more inclusive image for his older children.
Alexandre Grimaldi Continues His Life Away from the Principality
However, his sister Caroline preserves the classic image of the royal family, in which Alexandre doesn't seem to find a place. The princess, considered one of the most respected figures, has chosen to follow the strictest traditions of the Monegasque monarchy.
This way, legitimacy and lineage marked by marriage are difficult lines to cross. Meanwhile, Alexandre, seemingly unaffected by the noise this distance may generate, has continued to build his own identity.
Although he doesn't have succession rights and has grown up away from protocol, he keeps a close relationship with his father. They both share a family and emotional connection that has grown over the years.
Caroline of Monaco's decision is not a public act or an explicit declaration. However, in the delicate world of royal houses, repeated absences speak for themselves.