Today marks a significant milestone in the life of Princess Olympia Napoléon, as she celebrates her 35th birthday. Born on January 4, 1988, in Munich, Germany, Countess Olympia Elene Marie of Arco-Zinneberg is the third daughter of Count Riprand of Arco-Zinneberg and Archduchess Maria Beatrix of Austria. Her family's international connections and diverse upbringing have shaped her into a well-rounded individual, with a strong educational background and a passion for art and politics.
Princess Olympia's journey has been marked by significant milestones, including her graduation from Yale University and Columbia University, where she earned a B.A. in Political Science and an M.A. in Art History, respectively. Her academic achievements are complemented by her athletic pursuits, having played hockey at both universities. The princess's personal life has also taken a significant turn with the birth of her son, Prince Louis Charles Riprand Victor Jérôme Marie Napoleon, in December 2022, securing the continuity of the Bonaparte dynasty for another generation1.
Today, Princess Olympia Napoléon celebrates her thirty-fifth birthday!Born on 4 January 1988 at Munich, Countess Olympia Elene Marie of Arco-Zinneberg was the third daughter of Count Riprand of Arco-Zinneberg (1955-2021) and Archduchess Maria Beatrix of Austria (b.1954). Riprand and Maria Beatrix were married in 1980 and became the parents of six daughters: Anna Theresa (b.1981), Margherita (b.1983), Olympia (b.1988), Maximiliana (b.1990), Marie-Gabrielle (b.1992), and Giorgiana (b.1997). The family lived between Germany and the United States, where Olympia's father Riprand had business interests.
Olympia graduated from Yale University in 2011 with a B.A. in Political Science. The countess went on to Columbia University in the City of New York, where she emerged in 2015 with a M.A. in Art History. Olympia played on the hockey teams of both Yale and Columbia. While at Yale, she was featured in a university publication wherein she elaborated on her educational experiences: "
I am from Austria. I’ve also lived in Germany and Connecticut. I went to boarding school in the United Kingdom and took my gap year in Shanghai, China. Since coming to Yale, I did the Yale-Peking University program during my spring semester sophomore year. Next fall I will spend the semester in Paris." It was during this Paris sejourn that the countess and the prince made one another's acquaintance.
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| Countess Olympia of Arco-Zinneberg with her father Count Riprand |
In March 2019, it became publicly known that Prince Jean-Christophe Napoléon, son of Prince Charles Napoléon and Princess Béatrice of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, had become engaged to Countess Olympia of Arco-Zinneberg, daughter of Count Riprand of Arco-Zinneberg and Archduchess Maria Beatrix of Autria. Jean-Christophe and Olympia have been in a relationship for some years. The prince had proposed to the countess in January 2019 in Switzerland. Jean-Christophe's grandmother, the Dowager Princess Napoléon, resides in Switzerland at Prangins. Jean-Christophe and Olympia married on 19 October 2019 at the Cathedrale Saint-Louis des Invalides in Paris.
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| Princess Béatrice, Prince Jean-Christophe, Princess Alix, and Princess Olympia. |
Princess Olympia Napoléon gave birth to a son, Prince Louis Charles Riprand Victor Jérôme Marie Napoleon, on 7 December 2022 at Paris. Prince Louis is the first child for Prince Jean-Christophe Napoléon and Princess Olympia. The arrival of Prince Louis secures the continuity of the Bonaparte dynasty for another generation.
Our best wishes to the Princess Napoléon on her birthday!
As we conclude our celebration of Princess Olympia Napoléon's 35th birthday, we would like to take a moment to reflect on the significant milestones she has achieved in her life. From her academic pursuits at Yale and Columbia universities to her personal life, including the birth of her son, Prince Louis Charles Riprand Victor Jérôme Marie Napoleon, Princess Olympia has consistently demonstrated her dedication to her passions and her family. Her journey is a testament to the power of education and the importance of family ties, as she has balanced her personal and professional life with poise and elegance.
As we wish Princess Olympia Napoléon a happy birthday, we also acknowledge the significance of her role in securing the continuity of the Bonaparte dynasty for another generation. Her son, Prince Louis, is a symbol of the enduring legacy of the Napoléon family, and we can only imagine the bright future that lies ahead for him. As we look back on Princess Olympia's remarkable journey, we are reminded of the importance of perseverance, hard work, and family values. We hope that her story will continue to inspire others to pursue their passions and to cherish the bonds of family and friendship. Happy birthday, Princess Olympia Napoléon!
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