Jacques, Hereditary Prince of Monaco facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jacques |
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| Born | 10 December 2014 Princess Grace Hospital Centre, La Colle, Monaco |
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| House | Grimaldi | ||||
| Father | Albert II, Prince of Monaco | ||||
| Mother | Charlene Wittstock | ||||
Prince Jacques, Hereditary Prince of Monaco, is the son of Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene. He was born on December 10, 2014. He is the heir apparent, meaning he is next in line to become the ruler of Monaco. He also has a twin sister, Princess Gabriella.
Jacques holds the special title of Marquis of Baux. This title has been given to the future rulers of Monaco since 1643.
Birth and Christening
In May 2014, it was announced that Princess Charlene was expecting a baby. Later, in October 2014, it was confirmed that she was expecting twins!
The palace shared some special plans for their birth. Each twin would receive a salute of 21 cannon shots. Church bells would ring for fifteen minutes, and boat horns would sound. The day of their birth would even be a public holiday!
On December 10, 2014, Prince Jacques was born at Monaco's Princess Grace Hospital Centre. He arrived two minutes after his sister, Gabriella. Princess Charlene chose the name Jacques because it is common in her home country. The names Honoré and Rainier are traditional names for Monaco's past rulers.
Prince Jacques received the title Marquis of Baux from his father. The twins were officially introduced to the public on January 7, 2015. This day was also a public holiday in Monaco.
Jacques and Gabriella were baptized at the Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate in Monaco-Ville on May 10, 2015. His godparents are Christopher Le Vine Jr. and Diane de Polignac Nigra. On this special day, he was given the Grand Cross of the Order of Grimaldi.
Education
Since 2021, Prince Jacques and his sister Gabriella have attended the François d'Assise-Nicolas Barré School.
Titles and Special Honors
As the future ruler, Prince Jacques has important titles. When people talk about him in French, the palace calls him Prince Héréditaire. In English, he is often called "Crown Prince".
He also has a special honor:
Monaco:
- Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Grimaldi (May 10, 2015).
See also
In Spanish: Jaime de Mónaco para niños
- List of current heirs apparent
