Princess Alexandra of Hanover is engaged to her German former basketball player boyfriend! Grace Kelly's granddaughter proudly shows off her 18-carat yellow and white gold diamond ring
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By CAITLIN LENG
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Grace Kelly's granddaughter Princess Alexandra of Hanover has announced she is engaged to her long-term partner, Ben-Sylvester Strautmann.
The happy couple, who have been together for 10 years, shared the news on Friday in a series of loved-up snaps posted to Princess Alexandra's personal Instagram account.
The Monégasque royal - who is the child of Princess Caroline of Monaco and Ernst August, Prince of Hanover - showcased her sparkling 18-carat yellow and white gold diamond ring in a smiling snap posed beside her German beau.
In images captioned 'The marriage plot,' Princess Alexandra, 27, gave her followers an intimate glance into her special moment.
She posed beside her beloved dachshund, Eloise, with her left hand strategically on show, displaying the dazzling ring, which was designed by Antinori di Sanpietro.
She also flashed her new jewel in a picture of a tasteful breakfast spread, and in its box on what appears to be a bedside cabinet.
The ring - specially picked by Mr Strautmann - incorporates elements inspired by the design of the Piazza del Campidoglio in Rome, and inscriptions including 'Antinori' and 'Made in Italy,' referencing the couple's love for the city.
Princess Alexandra of Hanover has announced her engagement to her long-term partner, Ben-Sylvester Strautmann
Princess Alexandra shared her happy news on in a series of loved-up snaps posted to her personal Instagram account
The Princess posed beside her beloved dachshund, Eloise, with her left hand strategically on-show displaying the 18-carat yellow and white gold diamond ring
She also flashed her new jewel in a picture of a tasteful breakfast spread
The Princess gave her followers an intimate glance into her special moment
The royal, whose grandmother is the late American actress-turned Princess of Monaco Grace Kelly, received messages of congratulations from royals and celebrities alike who penned their delight on her social media page.
Princess Maria-Olympia of Greece, 30, expressed her joy at the news, writing: 'Omgggg congratulations!!!' followed by emoticons including a sparkle and heart.
Lady Kitty Spencer, Princess Diana's niece, replied: 'Aah congratulations,' with a string of red love hearts; while influencer and wife of Monégasque racing driver Charles Leclerc, Alexandra Leclerc, said: 'Congratulations!!!!' and added four heart emojis.
Princess Alexandra and Mr Strautmann made their relationship official in 2017 after they were first publicly spotted together in late 2016.
German-born Mr Strautmann relocated to Monaco as a child where he became a professional basketball player. He now works in finance.
The princess is the only daughter of Princess Caroline, 69, and Prince Ernst August, 72, and is currently 13th in line to the Monégasque throne.
She was born in Vöcklabruck, Upper Austria, and boasted a distant claim to the British throne until September 2018, when she was removed from the line of succession after she converted to Catholicism.
Now a writer, the princess was formerly an accomplished junior figure skater and even represented her country at the European Youth Olympics.
She and Mr Strautmann are well-established members of Monaco's social scene, spotted at events including the Bal D'Ete At The Musée Des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.
The pair have also joined the Princess's uncle and aunt, Prince Albert and Charlene of Monaco, as guests of honour at the Principality's many gala balls.
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