Born Charlene Wittstock,the former Olympic swimmer married Prince Albertin a gorgeous wedding in 2011.

Who is Andre Snyman?

Just like Princess Charlene, Andre Snyman hails from the country of South Africa.

Charlene of Monaco and rugby player Andre Snyman

Snyman’s love for sports blossomed into a very successful professional sports career while he was still young.

It was during this time that the athletes' paths crossed.

Dressed in matching colors and wearing broad smiles, the couple appeared to be very happy together.

Andre Snyman on rugby field

French news outletVoicireports that the couple broke things off in 2003.

A close friend of Charlene’s told Voici that the breakup took the swimming sensation by surprise.

Even princesses aren’t immune to a heartbreak or two.

Princess Charlene onstage F1 Grand Prix

She and Prince Albert would have their very first public outing together in 2006, according toVogue.

The rest is history.