Monaco’s royal family turned out in force to open the newly renovated Place du Casino in Monte Carlo today.
Prince Albert, 62, and wife Princess Charlene, 42, donned face masks printed with the Grimaldi family crest, proving they are taking no chances with their health even though the prince has already had coronavirus.
They were joined at the event by Albert’s sister Princess Stephanie, 55, and her three children, Pauline Ducruet, Camille Gottlieb, and Louis Ducruet, who attended with his wife Marie.
Staying safe: Prince Albert, 62, and wife Princess Charlene, 42, donned face masks printed with the Grimaldi family crest, proving they are taking no chances with their health
Like mother, like daughter: They were joined at the event by Albert’s sister Princess Stephanie, 55, and her three children, Pauline Ducruet (pictured), Camille Gottlieb, and Louis Ducruet
Helping hand: Eldest son Louis, 27, reaches across to help Stephanie of Monaco with her mask
Family event: Stephanie of Monaco (far right) with her son Louis (pictured with wife Marie in red), and daughters Camille (centre) and Pauline (second from left)) at the event today
It is thought to be the most high profile outing undertaken by the Monegasque royals since the start of the coronavirus crisis.
The Place du Casino, or casino square, has undergone extensive renovations and now features a larger pedestrianised area.
The family looked typically elegant for the engagement, with Stephanie choosing a classic combination of a black shirt and loose wide-leg white trousers.
Her daughter Pauline, 26, complimented her mother’s outfit in a cream wrap silk shirt dress, which she wore with a simple pair of nude strap sandals.
Camille, 21, whose father is Princess Stephanie’s former bodyguard Jean Raymond Gottlieb, put on a chic display in a cream shirt and flowing floral trousers, while her brother Louis, 27, looked dapper in a suit.
Closer than ever: Charlene and Albert put on an affectionate display in Monte Carlo today
Polished perfection: Princess Charlene wore a floral dress with a white blazer for the outing
Arm in arm: Charlene held on tight to Albert’s arm as they arrived for the photo call
Back to work: The engagement is thought to be the couple’s first since the COVID-19 outbreak
Support: Princess Charlene held onto her husband’s arm as they posed for the cameras
Well-dressed: The couple cut an elegant figure as they arrived at the event together
Official duties: The royal couple were on hand to open the square in the heart of Monte Carlo
Princess Charlene, who held onto her husband’s arm, wore a mid-length floral dress with a cropped white blazer for the occasion.
It is thought to be the first time Princess Charlene has been seen in public for at least two months.
The mother-of-two and their twins, Jacques and Gabriella, lived separately to Albert while he was in isolation with COVID-19 in March.
Speaking on how the family kept in touch, Albert told People magazine: ‘We FaceTimed — usually in the evenings. We told stories and talked about what we did during the day.
Family business: Princess Stephanie (in navy shirt) with daughters Camille (centre) and Pauline (right) and daughter-in-law Marie (left) at the event in Monte Carlo today
Lookalike daughter: Princess Stephanie (in navy) with daughter Pauline Ducruet at the event
‘I told [the twins] to be safe. They knew I was sick and that I had to stay away. I’m hoping I get a ‘Welcome Home’ banner.’
The royal palace confirmed Prince Albert of Monaco had tested positive for coronavirus on 19 March – which made him the first known head of state to be infected with the virus.
He was monitored by his personal doctor and by specialists at the Princess Grace Hospital Centre, which is named after his mother Grace Kelly.
Grand opening: Princess Charlene and Prince Albert inaugurate the Place du Casino today