Princess Grace of Monaco Dies Following 1982 Car Crash
This Deseret News archive revisits the tragic car crash on September 13, 1982, near La Turbie on the French Riviera, which involved Princess Grace of Monaco (formerly Hollywood actress Grace Kelly) and her daughter, Princess Stephanie. Princess Grace died the…

Salt Lake City, UT, September 14, 2026 —
A historical account from the Deseret News looks back at the tragic car accident that resulted in the death of Princess Grace of Monaco, born Hollywood actress Grace Kelly. The incident occurred on September 13, 1982, near La Turbie, a town located on the French Riviera.
The vehicle involved in the crash carried Princess Grace and her daughter, Princess Stephanie. Details regarding the precise circumstances or cause of the accident were not provided in the summary of the archive. The events that transpired immediately following the crash were also not detailed.
Princess Grace sustained injuries in the accident and passed away the following day, September 14, 1982. She was 52 years old at the time of her death. Her daughter, Princess Stephanie, was also a passenger in the car.
Princess Grace was a prominent figure, having achieved significant fame as an American film actress before her marriage to Rainier III, Prince of Monaco. Her transition from Hollywood stardom to royal life was a subject of considerable public interest. The accident marked a somber moment for the principality and the international community.
Further specifics about the crash, including the model of the car, the presence of other vehicles, or any official reports, were not mentioned in the provided summary of the Deseret News archive. The location, near La Turbie on the French Riviera, is noted as the site of the incident.
Story summarized from the original created by Chris Miller on www.deseret.com, see more information here.
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