Albanian Crown Prince Leka II has formally announced his engagement to Blerta Celibashi. This thrilling development comes a mere half a year after he completed his divorce from Elia Zaharia. The couple celebrated their engagement on October 11, 2025, in a ceremony held in Ksamil, Southern Albania, surrounded by family and close friends.
In 2016, Crown Prince Leka married actress Elia Zaharia, and the couple had their daughter Geraldine soon after. Yet this hopeful episode did not last, as the royal couple declared their separation in 2025, which became official in April of that year. After the split, the well-being and upbringing of their daughter continued to be a priority for the two actors and ex-spouses.
In September 2024, soon after returning from Paris, Crown Prince Leka publicly announced the news of his and Queen Blerta Celibashi’s engagement. Their relationship took off, and a formal engagement was soon announced by the Albanian Royal Court. The British royal family said they were thrilled by the news, and thanked the people of Albania for their encouragement and affirmation during that process.
“The engagement was joyfully celebrated on 11 October 2025, in Ksamil, Southern Albania, in the presence of family and close friends. The Royal Family shares their happiness with the Albanian people and extends heartfelt gratitude to all who have conveyed their kind wishes on this joyful occasion.” – The Royal Family
Electoral Commission head Blerta Celibashi had the audience in raptures in a jaw-dropping champagne-colour floor-length gown. Crown Prince Leka looked very dapper in a business suit, entirely appropriate for the solemnity of the occasion. This colorful celebration of street performers and live music marked an exciting new chapter for the Crown Prince. He has become head of the Albanian royal family after the abdication of his parents.
Among the wider celebrations, Crown Prince Leka emphasized the importance of mutual respect and understanding. He asserts equality between them and emphasized these values as fundamental in his new partnership. He promised that these principles would guide him. In close collaboration with Celibashi, they will devote their energies to the development and education of Princess Geraldine.
“Despite the trust in the institution of the family, LTM Prince Leka II believes that the values of mutual respect and understanding will form the basis of the relationship in its continuity, which will have as its motive the growth and education of LSM Princess Geraldine!!!” – The Albanian Royal Court
Crown Prince Leka’s process of personal transformation fielded a great deal of attention from national and international media outlets. His commitment to family values during this transition speaks volumes about how dedicated he is as a father. At the same time it draws attention to his formidable leadership skills.
