A few years ago, the British Royal circle witnessed a wedding full of drama and controversy: Princess Eugenie, daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York, officially walked down the aisle. Eugenie, the Queen’s cherished granddaughter, yet branded as “the most hated princess in Britain,” was constantly the center of criticism.

Eugenie was notorious for her unique fashion sense, and most notably, the historic moment when her viral “death stare of jealousy” aimed at Duchess Kate became an unforgettable image. Her wedding, too, was not without scandal; the publicized cost exceeded the allocated budget, causing considerable outrage among the British taxpayers.

However, despite all the criticism and “cold shoulder” from the public, Eugenie was fortunate enough to possess the most precious thing: a fiancé, Jack Brooksbank, who was talented, wealthy, and loved her deeply.

Their love story began like a movie: the couple first met at a famous Swiss ski resort in February 2010. At the time, Eugenie was just a 19-year-old student while Jack—a man of common birth with no noble lineage—was starting his career as a wine merchant.

After more than seven years of courtship, the “Commoner Prince” Jack succeeded: he became the brand director for Casamigos Tequila, one of the world’s best-selling liquor empires. Jack completely won over the Royal Family, receiving “excellent” praise from Prince Andrew.

Although he admitted feeling nervous and “scared” before the big day, Jack ensured the wedding proceeded smoothly and beautifully, marking a surprisingly sweet ending for this controversial princess.