"On April 19, 1956, Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III of Monaco were married in a lavish ceremony at the Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Monte Carlo, marking one of the most iconic royal weddings of the 20th century. The day before, a civil ceremony was held in the throne room of the Prince’s Palace. Designed by MGM’s Helen Rose, Grace’s gown featured 25 yards of silk taffeta, 100 yards of silk net, and re-embroidered lace, taking six weeks to complete. Broadcast to over 30 million people worldwide

In March 1956, Grace Kelly attended the Academy Awards at the RKO Pantages Theatre, Los Angeles, already engaged to Prince Rainier III of Monaco. She wore a breathtaking pale blue chiffon gown designed by Helen Rose, her trusted MGM couturier who also created her royal wedding dress weeks later. The gown reflected serenity and restraint—traits that defined Grace as she prepared to leave Hollywood behind. Circa 1954–1956, she had starred in Rear Window, To Catch a Thief, and The Country Girl, win