Amalia of the Netherlands, who is destined to occupy the throne in a few years, has managed to eclipse her father, King Willem-Alexander. A fact largely due to the evolution that the heiress has experienced in recent years. The eldest daughter of King Willem-Alexander and Máxima has undergone a transformation in which, according to experts, her mother's influence has played a significant role.
The future queen of the Netherlands, who excelled last Saturday during the King's Day celebration, saw her life change abruptly when she was threatened by the mafia. At that time, the young woman was in the midst of a deep psychological crisis, as explained by Royal House expert Josine Droogendijk. Now, the princess has recovered, something that has been reflected in her recent public appearances.
Even her way of dressing shows that she is more confident. While she used to hide "under loose dresses, she now wears fitted clothes that suit her wonderfully," the aforementioned author noted.
Máxima of the Netherlands, Responsible for Her Daughter Amalia's Transformation
But not only has her way of dressing changed. Her gestures and poise also denote the maturity she has reached. A transformation in which her mother, Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, has played a significant role.
While Máxima's relationship with all her daughters is excellent, her bond with her eldest daughter is especially strong. A relationship that can be felt in each of their appearances, where they show a reciprocal attitude of complicity.
In an interview given by Queen Máxima to CNN in 2024, the consort explained that she leads her daughters by her own example.
"She can see that I have always worked. We must modernize, stay united, and she herself has to be herself. That way, she will be able to do well," Máxima commented, referring to her eldest daughter.
Amalia, meanwhile, described her mother as "a true friend" in the book published from a series of interviews she herself had given. At that time, the young woman confirmed that the queen is always by her side when she needs her.
Amalia of the Netherlands Defined in Few Words the Relationship She Keeps with Her Mother
"I can dance with her until six in the morning, but the next morning she can remind me to clean my room," she confessed.
Amalia is in her third year of studying Politics, Psychology, Economics, and Law at the University of Amsterdam. Very similar physically to her father, the young woman was once threatened with death. An event that led her to move to Spain and live in Madrid for a while.
Intelligent, thoughtful, and sociable, the new Amalia owes much to her mother. A new stage in her life in which, with her father's permission, Queen Máxima has played a significant role.