Prince Rainier III of Monaco’s Wife, Grace Kelly Biography: Age, Husband, Children, Wikipedia, Net Worth, Movies, Awards, Controversy, Death

Grace Kelly was a renowned American actress who became a beloved royal figure after marrying Prince Rainier III of Monaco.

With a successful Hollywood career and a fairytale-like transition to royalty, Kelly‘s life was a fascinating blend of glamour, talent, and dedication to her family and people.

Profile:

• Full name: Grace Patricia Kelly
• Date of birth: November 12, 1929
• Age: 95 years old (as of 2024)
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
• Nationality: American (later became a Monégasque citizen)
• Profession: Actress, Princess
• Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
• Parents: John Brendan Kelly, Margaret Katherine Majer
• Siblings: Margaret Kelly, John Kelly, Elizabeth Kelly
• Spouse: Prince Rainier III of Monaco
• Children: Caroline, Rainier Albert II, Stephanie Rainier
• Relationship status: Married (until her death)
• Net worth:  $40 million

Early Life and Education

Grace Kelly was born on November 12, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to John Brendan Kelly and Margaret Katherine Majer.

She was the third of four children, with two older sisters named Margaret Elizabeth and a younger brother named John.

Kelly‘s family was of Irish Catholic descent, and her father was a successful businessman and athlete.

She grew up in a close-knit family and developed a strong sense of discipline and hard work.

Kelly attended Ravenhill Academy, a Catholic girls’ school, and later studied drama at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.

She began her acting career on stage and eventually transitioned to film, making her debut in “Fourteen Hours” (1951).

Personal Life

Grace Kelly met Prince Rainier III of Monaco at the 1955 Cannes Film Festival.

After a whirlwind romance, they married on April 19, 1956, in a grand ceremony in Monaco. The couple had three children: Caroline, Albert II, and Stephanie.

Kelly devoted herself to her royal duties, supporting her husband and raising their children.

Career

Grace Kelly‘s acting career spanned over five years, during which she appeared in several notable films, including “High Noon” (1952), “Rear Window” (1954), “Dial M for Murder” (1954), and “To Catch a Thief” (1955).

She won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in “The Country Girl” (1954).

After her marriage, Kelly retired from acting and focused on her royal responsibilities.

She supported various charitable organizations and became a beloved figure in Monaco.

Awards

• Academy Award for Best Actress (1955)
• Golden Globe Award for Best Actress (1955)
• Honorary Golden Globe Award (1956)

Net Worth

According to sources, Grace Kelly‘s net worth was estimated to be around $40 million which she accumulated through her successful acting career and her marriage to Prince Rainier III.

Death

Grace Kelly passed away on September 14, 1982, at the age of 52, due to a car accident in Monaco.

Controversy

Grace Kelly‘s life was largely free of controversy, but there were some rumors and speculation surrounding her marriage and royal duties.

Some critics accused her of abandoning her American roots and adopting a too-European persona.

Additionally, there were whispers about her husband’s alleged infidelities and the couple’s reported marital issues.

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Filmography

• Fourteen Hours
• High Noon
• Rear Window
• Dial M for Murder
• To Catch a Thief
• The Country Girl