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04/06/2005: "Prince Rainier dies"

Prince Rainier III of Monaco, Europe's longest-reigning monarch, died this morning aged 81. Prince Rainier ruled Monaco since 1949 transforming the principality from a faded gambling centre into a haven for the rich. He's probably best known for marrying Hollywood actress Grace Kelly (who died on September 14, 1982 following a car accident). Prince Albert has taken over the royal powers - but not the throne - from his father last Thursday following a royal commission decision that the critically ill Prince Rainier could no longer rule.