MONACO — Louis Ducruet is offering a rare, measured look into what everyday life truly feels like inside the Monégasque royal family, describing a reality shaped as much by privilege as by constant scrutiny. In a recent conversation hosted by the Monaco Press Club, Ducruet said he works deliberately to keep his life “as simple and normal as possible,” guided by the values of humility instilled by his mother, Princess Stéphanie.
Now a father of two, Ducruet explained that growing up in the Grimaldi orbit came with obligations he learned to accept early on. Members of the family are “watched, observed, scrutinized,” he said — a level of attention that demands spotless behavior and an instinctive awareness of public perception. Still, he insists he never let that pressure define him, choosing instead to treat those expectations as part of the fabric of his life rather than a burden.
According to Ducruet, Princess Stéphanie made a deliberate effort to raise him without the sense of superiority that often accompanies a royal name. She repeated throughout his childhood that he was “no better than anyone else,” encouraging him to stay grounded and handle his own responsibilities. Those principles, he says, continue to anchor him today.
A Grounded Life Focused on Family and Duty
Married to Marie Chevallier and father to two daughters — Victoire and Constance — Ducruet says his family life remains at the center of everything he does. He describes himself as a hands-on parent and a dependable presence for his wife, with whom he shares strong ties through their charitable and sporting commitments, particularly the activities of the Barbagiuans, a well-known organization in the principality.
Despite the visibility that comes with his last name, Ducruet says he is determined to follow his own path professionally and personally, balancing public duties, private passions, and a lifestyle he describes as intentionally understated. His goal, he notes, is to continue living a “simple life” rooted in modesty, discretion, and a steady sense of responsibility — the same values his mother championed.
FAQ
1. Who is Louis Ducruet in the Monaco royal family?
Louis Ducruet is the son of Princess Stéphanie of Monaco and a member of the wider Grimaldi family, known for maintaining a relatively discreet and grounded life.
2. Why does Louis Ducruet emphasize humility in his upbringing?
He says his mother, Princess Stéphanie, raised him with clear values: he was “not better than anyone else,” and should stay grounded despite his royal status.
3. How does Ducruet balance royal duties with family life?
He prioritizes being a present father and supportive husband while engaging in charitable and sporting commitments in Monaco.
4. Is Louis Ducruet heavily involved in official royal duties?
He participates in various initiatives, especially through the Barbagiuans, but remains committed to carving out his own professional and personal path.
5. How does he describe life inside the Monaco royal family?
As a blend of privilege and pressure — with constant public scrutiny that requires exemplary behavior — but one he navigates through simplicity, discretion, and humility.
