Former King Juan Carlos has kept a low profile in recent years following his renunciation of the throne Spanish in 2014, pushed towards the exit because of the numerous financial and romantic scandals surrounding him. Gone’exile to the United Arab Emiratesthe father of Felipe VI has nevertheless increased his visits to his country in recent months: Princess Leonor’s 18th birthday, departure from the Spanish Cup regattas… Rebelote in this month of December since the deposed king has planned to participate in the daughter’s 60th birthdaythe Infanta Elena, which will take place next December 20 at the Zarzuela Palace, located in the northwest of Madrid, as reported Vanitatis.
On this occasion, Juan Carlos should be there in the presence of his wife, Queen Emeritus Sofia. As a reminder, this one, although faithful to her fickle husband, had decided not to follow him in his exile in Abu Dhabi. “It seems that they no longer see each other, but thatthey talk a little on the phone”, had also revealed Bertrand Deckers, specialist in crowned heads, in an interview given to Gala.fr last December. A reunification which should delight Infanta Elena, as sources indicated to the Spanish media. And for good reason, this birthday is special “due to age” of the former sovereigns, both 85 years old. But Juan Carlos is only expected to stay in Europe for a few hours, as insiders indicated: “In principle, this will bean express tripas has already been the case on other occasions.”And added: “So they have not yet decided on Don Juan Carlos’s night.” What about the arrival of Felipe VI and his wife Letizia to the festivities? Nothing is less sure…
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Juan Carlos soon back in Spain for good?
The multiple comings and goings of Juan Carlos in the country he left 9 years ago intrigue many people. Thus, according to some observers, the definitive return of the former monarch could therefore be prepared behind the scenes. “The recent funeral of King Constantine allowed us to think about it and perhaps to prepare the terrain”, analyzed Núria Tiburcio, author ofElena: the infanta castizain an interview with Point of view last February. And to add: “Juan Carlos is no longer pursued by Spanish justice. The lines are certainly moving.” To be continued.
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