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Albert and Charlene
It was one of the most important moments in her young life: Smiling, Jazmin Grace Grimaldi (18) went on stage in her traditional high school graduation robe to pick up her diploma. Radiant classmates around her, cheered and hugged by her proud parents. Jazmin's mother Tamara Rotolo (48) was there, too, hugging her child. But one was missing: Jazmin's father - Prince Albert of Monaco (52). He had other obligations ...
It is the very personal drama of an illegitimate child: Jazmin Grace Grimaldi does have a world-famous, wealthy father Prince Albert II of Monaco - but somehow not. How many tears must she have cried? Because: Although her mother Tamara enjoyed a stormy affair with the prince - but without a marriage certificate. And so Jazmin grew up with her mother in America. Her yearning for fatherly love remained mostly unfulfilled, even though Albert officially recognized her in 2006. As an illegitimate child, Jazmin is only a "second-class child" in the Princely House. She has no claim to the throne - just as her illegitimate half-brother Alexandre (6), son of stewardess Nicole Coste (38). How many tears must Jazmin have cried! How much must she have missed her father, Prince Albert, even if she barely knew him. When she was afraid, needed comfort, he was never there. And what does she just think about the upcoming wedding ? On July 9 next year, Albert wants to lead his fiancée Charlene Wittstock (32) to the altar. The palace has now informed. The civil marriage will take place the day before.
The father's desire for a child - a stab in the heart In an interview with the TV station "France 2", Prince Albert just declared: "We want to have children." And added: "I think we have enough time for this decision He wants to have children ... Of course, Jazmin knows that her father has to secure the throne. Nevertheless, for an illegitimate child, this wish can be like a stab in the heart. Because for the children, who are born into the marriage with Charlene, the father will be there, cuddle with them, play, laugh - and all live together in the palace! Jazmin's studies at Fordham University begin in the fall. Four years later, the graduation ceremony is scheduled. Probably only Jazmin's mother will be with her again and hug her ...
