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Events on Wednesday 6 April 2005 1
1923 – 2005Prince Rainier III (1923-2005)Died 6 April 2005, aged 81Prince Rainier III of Monaco, who ruled the principality for 56 years and transformed it into a wealthy tourist and financial centre, died on 6 April 2005. He was married to American actress Grace Kelly from 1956 until her death in 1982. Rainier was succeeded by his son, Prince Albert II.