Queen Sofía and a megaphone drawn next to it.

A confidant of the royal family admits that the rumor about Queen Sofía is true

The royal family's inner circle reveals what Queen Sofía has done, clearing up all doubts and rumors

The closest circle around the Royal Family has just released some information related to Queen Sofía. A few days ago, a private celebration took place where the emerita stood out above the rest of the guests. Above all, because her presence confirmed a rumor that has been circulating for months.

Queen Sofía did not attend alone; her daughter Elena and Irene Urdangarin were by her side. The latter, moreover, had a significant and personal reason to attend the event.

The deputy general of Álava, Ramiro González; Queen Sofía with a smiling face and the mayor of Vitoria, Maider Etxebarria, meet during their visit to the headquarters of the Álava Food Bank Association, in the Júndiz industrial estate in Vitoria-Gasteiz, on January 22, 2024
Queen Sofía strengthens the royal family's relationships | Europa Press

The royal family's circle confirms the latest about Queen Sofía

Queen Sofía's figure is once again making headlines, not precisely because of her institutional role. This time, her public appearance has been in a much more personal and intimate context: Piru Urquijo's birthday.

According to a confidant close to the Royal Family, Doña Sofía's attendance was not accidental. It was also a gesture full of meaning that shows the deep relationship the emerita queen has with this key figure in the Spanish aristocratic circle. Especially considering that Piru, grandmother of Teresa Urquijo, Almeida's wife, has family ties with Juan Carlos.

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Queen Sofía is greatly loved by Juan Carlos's family | Europa Press

With her presence at the aristocrat's birthday, Sofía confirms the rumor that she continues to be very much loved by the emeritus's family. Despite not having contact with Juan Carlos, Queen Sofía does interact with people close to her still-husband's circle.

The birthday, held in Madrid in an intimate setting, brought together a large representation of high society and prominent members of the Royal Family. However, it was Queen Sofía's presence that most surprised and moved the attendees. Sofía had been certain for weeks that she would not miss the event, thus reaffirming her decades-long friendship with Piru Urquijo.

Moreover, she did not go alone; Felipe's mother appeared hand in hand with Infanta Elena and Irene Urdangarin. Infanta Cristina's daughter has been in a romantic relationship for a year with Juan Urquijo, the honoree's grandson. By attending together, Queen Sofía and Irene confirmed how established the couple is within the Royal Family.

Queen Sofía strengthens relationships around the royal family

It has been emphasized that "Queen Sofía doesn't attend just any birthday, but that of someone who is part of her inner circle." Piru Urquijo, a symbol of discretion and elegance, has long been a figure admired by the emerita queen. It is not surprising, then, that on such a special date, Queen Sofía wanted to be present to pay tribute to a dear friend.

Moreover, with this, Doña Sofía strengthens the relationships that have arisen in the Royal Family's circle. Not only the family ones, but also the romantic ones, with Irene and Juan's romance at the forefront, which is already considered "an established couple."

A group of people walking down the street at night, with a man in a white jersey and a woman in a patterned dress at the front.
Irene strengthens the relations between the monarchy and the aristocracy | Europa Press

That said, the Royal Family's confidant states that there is a certain caution within the Palace. "They are a couple who could break up, of course, because they are very, very young and have a lot of time ahead of them," he points out. "Don't already give them the wedding menu," he adds with a touch of humor, but making it clear that they have been together for a very short time.

Even so, Queen Sofía's presence alongside Irene shows the degree of acceptance that exists in the Royal Family regarding this romance. It is said that, during the celebration, the emerita shared confidences with Piru while their respective grandchildren appeared relaxed and very comfortable.

The news has caused notable interest, not only because of Queen Sofía's appearance. Also because of what it represents in terms of image and personal relationships. This confirms the Crown's connection with some of the most emblematic names of Spanish nobility, symbolized in Irene and Juan.