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Now it's official: Infanta Elena decides to do it and the royal family will support her to the fullest

Everything is decided, Infanta Elena makes an important decision and the royal family hasn't hesitated to support her

Infanta Elena has taken a step that is already historic for Holy Week in Dos Hermanas. For the royal family, this is a symbolic gesture but one that deeply represents the bond with popular traditions.

The brotherhood of Good Friday afternoon, based in the Costa del Sol neighborhood, is celebrating its 75th anniversary since its founding. As part of this milestone, Infanta Elena has been named honorary godmother. According to the official statement, this choice "is a source of pride and a great honor for all brothers and devotees."

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Honorary godmother of the 75th anniversary of the Hermandad de la Amargura in Dos Hermanas | Europa Press

Since the announcement, the news has caused strong anticipation among the brotherhood members and local residents. The presence of a royal family figure at such a significant anniversary elevates the institutional and spiritual character of the event. The brotherhood has valued Infanta Elena's commitment as support for its history and social work.

Presence of Infanta Elena and firm support from the royal family in Dos Hermanas

The commemorative events will take place between June 2026 and June 2027, with a broad and diverse program. It will include religious celebrations, cultural activities, and social gatherings linked to the life of the brotherhood. The entire calendar will revolve around the role of the brotherhood as a model of devotion and community commitment.

The acceptance of the role of honorary godmother by Infanta Elena has been received with special gratitude within the brotherhood. Her involvement provides institutional support that strengthens the anniversary's profile both inside and outside the town. The royal family's connection to this milestone is seen as a gesture of closeness to popular traditions.

To coordinate these events, Antonio Miguel Bascón Román, current counselor and former elder brother, has been appointed as the anniversary commissioner. Other historic figures such as José María Bascón Díaz, Ramón Garzón Gallardo, Alfonso Benítez Parra, Manuel Polo Castro, Antonio Díaz Moreno, and Isabel Rojas Pérez, current elder sister, are also part of the committee. Agustín López González, the corporation's number one brother, has also been included.

Support from Infanta Elena and the royal family in a historic year

In particular, the committee includes a posthumous member: José Caro Arias, founder of the brotherhood. His daughters, Pilar and Valme, were responsible for receiving this recognition on his behalf. With this gesture, the brotherhood has sought to highlight the importance of its roots and those who began the journey 75 years ago (75 años).

Infanta Elena's participation as honorary godmother marks a milestone in the recent history of the corporation. Her presence at the main events will strengthen the public profile of this milestone. Dos Hermanas is already preparing to experience an unforgettable anniversary, with the solemnity the occasion demands and the support of an entire community.