Love in the Time of COVID: A Princely Marriage Amidst Pandemic Challenges

As the world grappled with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, a poignant reminder of the resilience of love and tradition emerged in the form of a princely marriage in Paris. On March 5, 2021, Prince Joachim Murat, Principe di Monte-Corvo, exchanged vows with Yasmine Briki in a civil ceremony at the mairie of the 10th arrondissement, surrounded by a select group of esteemed guests, including Grand Duke George Mikhailovich of Russia and his fiancée Victoria Romanovna Bettarini. The union of Prince Joachim and Princess Yasmine, a testament to the enduring power of love, took place amidst the strict Covid-19 restrictions in place in France. This intimate gathering of nobility and family members served as a beacon of hope and a celebration of the enduring bonds of love and family, transcending the challenges posed by the pandemic. The marriage of Prince Joachim, a descendant of the illustrious Murat family, to Yasmine Briki marks a significant milestone in their lives and a new chapter in their family's storied history.

Newlyweds: Prince Joachim and Princess Yasmine Murat. Photograph (c) Frederic de Natal.

On 5 March 2021, Prince Joachim Murat, Principe di Monte-Corvo, married Yasmine Briki. A civil marriage, the Murat/Briki union took place at the mairie of the 10th arrondissement in Paris. The nuptials were attended by Grand Duke George Mikhailovich of Russia and his fiancée Victoria Romanovna Bettarini. The ceremony took place in accordance with the Covid-19 restrictions that are in place in France.

Grand Duke George of Russia, Prince Joachim Murat, Prince David Bagrationi of Georgia attend the wedding of Crown Prince Leka and Crown Princess Elia of Albania, 2016. Photograph (c) Getty Images / Luc Castel.

 

Prince Joachim and Princess Yasmine Murat with their family. Photograph (c) Frederic de Natal.

 

Born at Paris on 3 May 1973, Prince Joachim Napoléon Murat is the only son of Prince Joachim Louis Napoléon, 8th Prince Murat, 7th Principe di Pontecorvo (b.1944) and his first wife Laurence Marie Gabrielle Mouton (b.1945), who wed in 1969. The recent noble groom has four sisters: Princess Caroline (b.1971), Princess Laetitia (b.1975; married Denis Charissoux), and the twins Princess Elisa and Princess Pauline (b.1977). Prince Joachim Murat is a descendant of Joachim Murat, 1st Prince Murat, Grand Duke of Berg, and King of Naples, as well as his wife Caroline Bonaparte, one of the sisters of Napoléon Bonaparte, Emperor of the French. 

 

Princess Yasmine Murat. Photograph (c) Instagram.

 

Born in Algeria on 23 February 1982, Yasmine Lorraine Briki is a descendant of a noble Yemeni family. The new Princess Murat is the CEO and Founder of the Gouvernance Think Tank and Magazine. Princess Yasmine is also the President of United Hopes.

 

Our congratulations to Prince Joachim and Princess Yasmine on the occasion of their wedding!

 

Note: One wishes to extend thanks to dear friend Frederic de Natal for informing of this princely wedding and for allowing the use his photographs. You can read his French-language article about the Murat nuptials here at his blog: Le Prince Joachim & Yasmine, un mariage royal en cette année Napoléon.

As we conclude our exploration of the princely marriage between Prince Joachim Murat and Princess Yasmine Briki, we are reminded of the enduring power of love and tradition in the face of adversity. Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the couple's union serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the unwavering commitment to the bonds of love and family. This poignant reminder of the importance of love and family is a beacon of hope for all those who have been touched by the pandemic's impact on our lives.

As we reflect on the princely marriage, we are left with a sense of awe and appreciation for the couple's unwavering dedication to one another and their families. Their union, marked by the solemnity of a civil ceremony, is a powerful reminder of the enduring nature of love and the importance of preserving family traditions. As we move forward in these uncertain times, we are reminded of the importance of holding onto the values that bring us together and the power of love to transcend even the most daunting challenges. May the love and commitment of Prince Joachim and Princess Yasmine Murat serve as an inspiration to all those who have been touched by their story.