Author: Alec Donaldson

Alec is a college graduate with a degree in Literature. Alec prides himself on being a wordsmith by day, movie buff and nature enthusiast by night! Alec’s life passion is living to write stories that capture the beauty of life.

King Charles married the beloved Princess Diana in 1981, and their marriage lasted for 15 years. Yet, throughout most of their time together, it appears his heart always belonged to another, Camilla Parker Bowles. The then-prince Charles and Camilla had known each other for years and began an affair while the future king was still married to Diana. Three in the Marriage Source: Rob Jefferies/Getty Images Diana knew what Charles was up to behind her back. Eventually, Diana divorced the heir to the throne, and he later married Camilla in 2005. Over the years, it’s become apparent to the media…

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The heads of the Albanian monarchy, Crown Prince Leka II and Crown Princess Elia, announced in January they plan to divorce. The couple, who have been married since 2016, say they will fully commit to being the best parents they can for their sole daughter, Princess Geraldine.  The Situation Surrounding the Albanian Monarchy Source: General Photographic Agency/Getty Images Albania’s royal family is not like others around the world in that there are hereditary pretenders to the throne. The nation was under Ottoman rule for centuries until it ended in 1912. After its downfall, the nation became a monarchy once again,…

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The British royal family has been under immense pressure in recent months as many senior members, including King Charles, have been forced to take a leave of absence. Now, various correspondents and commentators are calling for minor royals such as Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice to step up and help out during the turbulent period.  Members of the Royal Family Forced to Take a Hiatus Source: Chris Jackson/Getty Images Over the past few months, several members of British royalty have been forced to take a hiatus due to hospital procedures and illnesses.  Princess Catherine underwent a serious abdominal surgery and…

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It will be almost three decades this August since beloved British princess, Diana Spencer, died after a motor vehicle accident in Paris alongside her partner, Dodi Fayed, and their driver.  Princess Diana was buried on a small island known as Oval Lake Grave at her family’s Althorp Estate in Northampton. The grave is completely hidden away from the public eye and can only be accessed by family members via boat. However, there is a small memorial where citizens can pay their respects to the princess.  Recently, her family, the Spencers, have offered up a rare glimpse at the island and…

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Rumors of a troubled marriage have surrounded Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene since the pair first tied the knot well over a decade ago in 2011. From tears on the wedding day to a rumor claiming Albert paid his wife to stick around, here’s a peek inside the troubled marriage of Monaco’s monarchs.  The Prince of Monaco Source: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images In the early 2000s, Prince Albert II, the head of Monaco’s monarchy, met his future wife, Charlene Wittsock.  In the beginning, their relationship was a bit hush-hush. But eventually, word got out, and the couple got married…

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Rugby is idolized by the British nations and their former overseas territories. From Scotland to South Africa and as far away as New Zealand, the game is adored by fans around the world. During a recent appearance at the NFL Honors event in Las Vegas, Prince Harry joked the U.S. stole rugby from the Brits and that American football is nothing more than an altered version of British sport. Prince Harry Makes NFL Joke Source: Freepik Super Bowl LVIII went down Feb. 11, with the Kansas City Chiefs earning another historic victory over the San Francisco 49ers in overtime.  A…

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Princess Anne is a woman of many talents and is widely considered the hardest-working member of British royalty.  The Princess Royal’s quick wit and passion for duty have led to her recognition as one of the most prominent members of the royal family. Another Side to Anne Source: Hannah McKay/Getty Images Anne’s role as Gold Stick in Waiting during Charles’ coronation is as serious as it gets. But this doesn’t mean the ceremonial bodyguard of the sovereign doesn’t know how to have a laugh.  From joking around with Queen Elizabeth to bringing a crowd to laughter when speaking of her…

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Prince Harry has just been awarded a substantial win in the phone hacking case he took against the Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN). London’s High Court found MGN guilty of unlawful practices and awarded the prince substantial damages that reached over half a million dollars.  Mirror Group Newspapers Source: Freepik Prince Harry has been locked in a legal battle with the British media company Mirror Group Newspaper over the past few years. Allegations brought against the company behind the British newspaper, The Daily Mirror, suggest they hacked the Prince’s phone on numerous occasions between 2003 and 2009. Prince Wins Big in…

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At the start of February, Buckingham Palace released a statement confirming the British monarch, King Charles III, was diagnosed with cancer.  Charles’ treatment will be unique. Instead of being treated by the NHS, like most of the nation, the king will be cared for by Britain’s best specialists from some of London’s finest private hospitals.  Buckingham Palace Reval Charles Has Cancer Source: Tim Rooke/Getty Images At the beginning of February, Buckingham Palace released a statement confirming King Charles had been diagnosed with cancer.  While few details were released, reports suggest the disease was discovered during the king’s recent procedure related…

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Prince William and his brother, Prince Harry, have been at the center of an extensive royal feud that’s continued for almost a decade.  From the controversial CBS interview in 2021 to Harry’s new memoir, it’s difficult to see how the brothers will ever see eye-to-eye again. But here’s everything you need to know about the royal feud.  The Sons of King Charles Source: Anwar Hussein/Getty Images William, Prince of Wales, and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, are the sole children of King Charles, the reigning monarch of Britain.  Princess Diana conceived both during her 15-year marriage to the son of…

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