Albert von Belgien

Albert II, born on June 6, 1934, is a former King of the Belgians, having reigned from 1993 until his abdication in 2013. Known for his down-to-earth approach and commitment to social issues, Albert played a significant role in modernizing the Belgian monarchy and addressing national unity. His reign was marked by political challenges, including the linguistic divides between the Dutch-speaking Flanders and French-speaking Wallonia. He is married to Paola Ruffo di Calabria and has three children, including the current King Philippe.