The attractiveness of the royals has been of keen interest to the public since time immemorial, while their charm and sex appeal have not escaped attention either. Some royals have made history with their reigns and others with their undeniable magnetism. From kings and queens to princes and princesses, we are counting down the flashiest royals who have ever been born throughout history.
1. The coin depicts the profile of Queen Cleopatra VII (69–30 BC), who ruled Egypt.
Cleopatra is an icon of beauty and charm. Though she was well-educated and sharp-tongued, many now-historical accounts of her argue that she could also make mincemeat out of any man who saw her up close. Beauty being lazy, she used her sharp mind and political acumen to seduce the two most powerful men of her time—Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Cleopatra has long been immortalized as a sexy queen, here are the characteristics that make Ancient Egypt one of history's sexiest royals.
2. King Henry VIII (1491–1547) — King of England
As well as his striking good looks, King Henry VIII was a head-turning athlete and all-round charmer in his youth. Long before he was known for his six wives and terrible temper, Henry had been celebrated for his overall physicality and magnetism. One would think that from his youthful portraits, he was a tall, athletic man who spent his days jousting and hunting. His vivacious personality also led him to woo some of the most influential women of his era, making him one of the best looking monarchs in existence.
3. Marie Antoinette — born 1755, executed 1793; Queen of France.
Marie-Antoinette has gone down in history as being beautiful and having a luxurious life, however she was seen of one the sexiest women of her time as well. Her high fashion, porcelain skin and charm charmed the French court. Her royal elegance and sensuality still resonates in fashion and pop culture to this day.
4. Prince Albert (1819–1861) — Prince Consort of the United Kingdom
In his day, Prince Albert was thought of as seriously good-looking and very dignified. His devotion to Victoria was legendary, and they were a committed twosome. Albert was one of the most popular royal personages at court, combining a striking appearance, high intelligence and strong devotion to his family.
5. Princess Diana (1961–1997) – Princess of Wales
Princess Diana has been without a doubt one of the most iconic and popular royal figures of the 20th century. Diana was revered for her beauty, elegance and empathy; her style and poise captivated the world. To top it all off, her light and breezy approach to help others didn't hurt either. Despite her tragic performance, Diana still appears with great regularity in various lists of the most beautiful and kind people on Earth.
6. Sisi as a wife of emperor — Empress Elisabeth of Austria (1837–1898)
Empress Elisabeth, also known as ´Sisi´ was considered to be one of the most glamorous royals in European histroy with her legendary beauty and long flowing tresses. She was into fashion, working out and horseback riding — the hobbies that helped keep Janussi in tip-top shape. One of the most gossip-worthy royals of her time was famed for both her beauty regime and air of mystique, a royal who continuously piques public curiosity.
7. Ludwig II of Bavaria (1845–1886)
Ludwig II: The "Fairy Tale King" Ludwig II was also handsome and enigmatic. His kind style — his love for the arts, castles and enigmatic mysteries fed the heart of many. Although falling short of being a hollywood hero, his attractiveness and affable nature provided an opportunity to present the monarchy in one of its most glamorized incarnations.
8. Princess Margaret (1930–2002) – Countess of Snowdon Unsplash
Queen Elizabeth II's little sister was also considered to be one of the most glamorous royals of the 20th century. Margaret, famous for her aristo rebel spirit, her looks and high-society lifestyle was acclaimed as a style icon and often likened to America movie icons. Her sensational beauty and love affairs elevated her to an icon of controversial British royalty.
9. Felipe VI of Spain (1968–Present)
The current King of Spain, Felipe VI — widely praised for his height, athleticism and good looks. A man of the utmost dignity who represents some kind of new royal normal, Felipe was voted one of the sexiest royals in an online poll earlier this century. Si algo ha aumentado desde que accedió al trono es su popularidad, ha hecho no solo en España sino incluso internacionalmente.
10. Queen Rania al Abdullah (1970-present)
Queen Rania is one of the most revered and elegant royal figures in the world today. In addition to her work in education, women's rights and humanitarian causes, the award-winning Rania is celebrated worldwide for her poise, exceptional sense of style and beauty. Her combination of glamour, avant-garde and protest has made her a global beauty and power icon.
Conclusion
There have been some royals throughout history, who while they excelled in ruling their kingdoms, have also made a mark on the world for the sheer charisma and originality that they possessed. These royal figures, ranging from ancient queens to modern-day global monarchs, have inspired the world with their charm, elegance and beauty. Be it their looks or characters—their royal good looks and charm have made them historically more scandalous as well as timeless sexy.
