The Red Cross party in Monaco once again became the major social event of the season. Presided over by Prince Albert of Monaco and Charlene, it brought together high society and several branches of the Grimaldi family. However, instead of gestures of unity, what drew the most attention were the notable absences.
Among the attendees, Louis Ducruet, his wife Marie Chevallier, and Camille Gottlieb stood out. In contrast, Caroline of Monaco and her children were completely absent. That contrast with Stéphanie's nephews and nieces set a palpable tone for the event.
Notable absences and estrangements
At an evening where family usually takes center stage, the fact that none of Caroline's children appeared was more than anecdotal. Andrea, Charlotte, Pierre, and Alexandra, who are usually seen as a resonant family portrait, did not show up. Their absence hinted at the distance they keep from the Monegasque court's inner circle.
Neither Caroline nor Stéphanie of Monaco attended the gala, and family representation was limited. Only two of Stéphanie's children were present: Louis Ducruet, accompanied by his wife, and Camille Gottlieb, who drew all eyes. The young woman paid tribute to her grandmother Grace Kelly with a dress reminiscent of the one the actress wore in Rear Window.
Some attendees interpreted this contrast as a reflection of fragile family relationships. What seemed like a discreet clash was perceived as a distance that goes beyond a busy schedule.
Family tensions: the Red Cross event reveals the current situation
The relationship among the three Grimaldi siblings—Albert of Monaco, Caroline, and Stéphanie—has always been under scrutiny. According to various sources, Stéphanie keeps a closer connection with Albert, while Caroline is more distant. The sisters, Caroline and Stéphanie, also rarely meet outside of their official commitments, suggesting that their relationship is not particularly close.
Meanwhile, Stéphanie's children, Louis, Pauline, and Camille, are very close to each other and lead active lives in Monaco. On the other hand, Caroline's descendants, Andrea Casiraghi and Pierre Casiraghi, live farther away and keep a lower profile, especially Andrea, who lives in Switzerland.
Sources close to the royal house confirm news about Princess Caroline
Sources close to the Grimaldi family have finally confirmed what was already suspected. According to these sources, one of the main reasons for the estrangement between Prince Albert of Monaco and his sister Caroline is Charlene's influence. The princess, without directly seeking it, has reportedly caused tensions that have negatively affected the relationship between the siblings.
It is also inferred that this tense atmosphere has been passed on to the next generation. Caroline's children seem to have instinctively adopted a distance from their cousins and from the active royal family in the principality.
This information, which until now remained in the realm of rumors, has been corroborated by those who know the family dynamics from within. A testimony from the heart of Monaco suggests that the estrangement is not only emotional, but has taken root.