Máxima of the Netherlands has been involved in a tense moment during her latest public appearance. According to Rick Evers, an expert on the Royal Family, she reacted poorly to reporters who asked her to pose. Evers explains that Máxima "refused to do so," thus avoiding being photographed arriving in South Africa after her trip to Rome.
This is an unusual event for the Dutch queen, who has always been cooperative and respectful with the press. This time it was not so, and Máxima of the Netherlands showed an unfamiliar character. "Her Majesty was in a bad mood and didn't want to be photographed," the expert noted.
The most unknown side of Máxima of the Netherlands
Máxima of the Netherlands is known for her approachability and friendliness when appearing in public. She has even prided herself on her naturalness, showcasing a beauty that doesn't need filters or excessive makeup. However, in her latest appearance, the Dutch queen surprised everyone with her strong character.
The expert on the Dutch Royal Family, Rick Evers, is the one who highlighted Máxima's anger upon her arrival in South Africa. According to him, photographers were waiting to capture the moment she exited the plane, but Máxima "refused to do so." Specifically, she prevented those present from taking photos of her, leaving everyone "disappointed" and surprised by her attitude.
"Queen Máxima landed tonight in Cape Town, South Africa," Evers reports. "The official media who were escorted to the airport to report on her arrival were disappointed," he explains. "Her Majesty was in a bad mood and didn't want to be photographed," he adds, revealing Máxima's state.
According to his testimony, Máxima reacted coldly upon noticing the camera lenses pointing at her. Evers, accustomed to dealing with royalty, highlighted the unusually blunt behavior of the queen.
However, the origin or reasons for her bad mood did not emerge. Perhaps it was because the trip was not entirely comfortable or she barely had time to rest. Previously, she was in Rome attending the inaugural mass of León XIV and then headed to her next international destination.
Máxima of the Netherlands rectifies
On other occasions, even in uncomfortable situations, Máxima of the Netherlands has always kept a friendly or at least diplomatic demeanor with the accredited press. It is also not the first time she has been photographed getting off a plane. A few months ago, she traveled to Tanzania and was captured without makeup, with a casual ponytail, and wearing loafers with socks.
It follows that the queen's discomfort was not due to being caught arriving in South Africa naturally. The next day, Máxima's attitude changed radically. She once again displayed her sense of humor and approachability at the events she attended.
She even dared to dance with a local group who taught her the dances and rhythms of the place. There was no trace of the bad mood Evers pointed out, which left everyone present surprised. Máxima of the Netherlands once again won everyone over with her smile and kindness, mitigating the negative impact of her reception.
Undoubtedly, a prime example of how the queen has managed to redirect her image and erase her tense arrival in the country in one fell swoop. Her institutional agenda remains in place, and she has various acts and events to attend. This time, with a broad smile and her best attitude.