Obituary of Rainier III, Prince of Monaco

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Rainier III, Prince of Monaco

Rainier Louis Henri Maxence Bertrand Grimaldi (born May 31, 1923 in ) was a royalty who was best known for ruling the Principality of Monaco for almost 56 years, making him one of the longest-ruling monarchs in European history. Prince Rainier died on April 6, 2005 and his death was because of a lung infection. He died at age 81.

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Rainier III, Prince of Monaco Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Grimaldi, Rainier
    • Common Name: Rainier III, Prince of Monaco
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Prince’s Palace of Monaco, Monaco
    • Birth Date: May 31, 1923
    • Age: 81 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Rainer Grimaldi
    • Occupation: Royalty
    • Active Years: 1949-2005
    • Religion: Roman Catholic
    • Net Worth: $1.5 billion
    • Nationality: Monegasques
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Orange
    • Favorite Scent: Byredo Gypsy Water
    • Favorite Actor: Daniel Day-Lewis

    Rainier's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Rainier Louis Henri Maxence Bertrand Grimaldi
    • Father: Prince Pierre, Duke of Valentinois (1895-1964)
    • Mother: Princess Charlotte, Duchess of Valentinois (1998-1977)
    • Sister(s):
      • Princess Antoinette, Baroness of Massy (1920-2011)
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Son(s):
      • Albert II, Prince of Monaco
    • Daughter(s):
      • Princess Stéphanie of Monaco
      • Caroline, Princess of Hanover
      • Nữ thân vương Stéphanie xứ Monaco

Death Notice:

  • Date: April 06 2005 at age 81
  • Place: Centre Cardio-Thoracique De Monaco, Monaco
  • Cause of Death: Infection (lung)
  • Interment: Buried on April 15, 2005 at the Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate

Category Tags:

RoyaltyMonegasques Born on May 31st Born in 1923 Died in 2005 Died at age 81 Died from Infection

Quotable Quotes:

"Nobody puts Baby in a corner."

"Rainier Grimaldi lived a remarkable life, leaving behind a legacy of love, leadership, and grace that continues to inspire and guide those who knew and admired him. (V)"

Is Mr. Rainier Grimaldi still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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