Summary:
Prince Albert II elevated the late Didier Guillaume, former Minister of State of Monaco, to the rank of Commander in the Order of Saint Charles posthumously, honoring his service to the Principality.
Full Story:
On January 22, 2025, Prince Albert II of Monaco posthumously honored Didier Guillaume, former Minister of State of Monaco, by elevating him to the rank of Commander in the Order of Saint-Charles. The Prince presented the high distinction to Guillaume’s wife, Béatrice Frecenon-Guillaume, in an emotional ceremony at the Prince’s Palace. Guillaume’s children, David, Alexandre, and Bruno, were also present to witness this tribute. This decoration, awarded the day before the funeral, recognizes Guillaume’s services to the Principality of Monaco during his tenure. Prince Albert II commended Guillaume’s exemplary commitment and loyalty, emphasizing the values he embodied in service to the Principality. The Order of Saint-Charles, founded in 1858 by Prince Charles III of Monaco, is the highest distinction in the Principality. The funeral of Didier Guillaume took place today at the Monaco Cathedral, with President Emmanuel Macron and various French and Monegasque political figures in attendance alongside the Sovereign and Guillaume’s family. It should be noted that access to the Rock of Monaco has been restricted from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Source:
Monaco Tribune
