Royal romance began on the set of Lawrence of Arabia as Princess Muna met King Hussein of Jordan
tatler.com — December 10, 2024, 12:01 PM UTC
Princess Muna al-Hussein, born Toni Avril Gardiner, met King Hussein of Jordan while working on the set of "Lawrence of Arabia" in the early 1960s. They married in 1961, and their son, Abdullah, is now King of Jordan. The couple had four children but divorced in 1971. Princess Muna retained custody of their children and has remained active in Jordan, founding a nursing scholarship fund and college. Princess Muna continues to be involved in royal family events, attending weddings and supporting her grandchildren. She has not remarried and maintains a presence in Jordan's royal life.