Alongside them, Princes Albert and Jacques of Monaco also regained their costume and seriousness for this photo taken in front of one of the palace’s large fir trees by Éric Mathon. A cliché which takes up the usual codes of the Monegasque princely family, which had nevertheless been successfully broken for their greeting cards, but which clearly underlines the extent to which Jacques and Gabriella have grown. On December 31, the 10-year-old twins made their voices heard by wishing a “happy new year 2025” to their subjects in French, English and Monegasque, after a month of December full of commitments.
“More and more aware of their role”
During an interview reviewing the year 2024, given to Riviera RadioPrince Albert indulged in some confidences about his children, in particular about their participation in official events and their media exposure: “It has to be done in small steps,” he said. “We do things, but I don’t want to make them do too much and they still need to be able to live their childhood and have fun with their friends.” The sovereign added that Jacques and Gabriella, who have just celebrated their 10th birthday, were “increasingly aware of their role and what is expected of them or what will be expected of them.” “They are involved and you will see them again at regular intervals”concluded the sovereign.
