Countess Athena of Monpezat, the only daughter of Prince Joachim and Princess Marie of Denmark, celebrated her Confirmation on May 2 at Georgetown Lutheran Church in Washington, D.C. The event featured joyful family portraits, including one where Athena was playfully lifted by her brothers, Count Nikolai and Count Felix. Dressed in a stunning ankle-length white dress paired with beige espadrilles, Athena radiated confidence during the ceremony. Her mother, Princess Marie, also looked elegant in a floral print dress and designer accessories. The family moved to the U.S. in 2023, where Prince Joachim serves as the Defense Industry Attaché at the Danish Embassy. This relocation followed Queen Margrethe's controversial decision to strip Joachim's children of their royal titles, which has complicated family relationships. Despite these changes, the siblings maintain their positions in the line of succession, with Athena ranked 10th. The family is looking forward to returning to Denmark after Joachim's contract ends in August 2027.