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Royal house can't hide it anymore: The slip-up that confirms King Felipe's secret

An unexpected move by King Felipe reveals a secret that Casa Real can no longer keep hidden

Casa Real faces an uncomfortable situation that puts King Felipe under the spotlight. What seemed like a simple adjustment to his schedule has ended up revealing a secret that had been carefully kept for days, which has now come to light due to a small oversight. The monarch, who always meticulously takes care of his public image, has been exposed at a delicate moment.

The background of this episode involves people close to the king's circle, including a dear friend who is going through a complex recovery process. The question now circulating in the halls of Palacio de la Zarzuela is inevitable: what really happened that forced Felipe VI to act with such discretion?

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The Royal Household's oversight that reveals King Felipe's concern | Instagram, @casareal.es

The oversight on the Falcon that reveals King Felipe's secret trip to Mallorca

The name of Jaime Anglada has resonated strongly over the past few weeks. The singer-songwriter suffered a traffic accident that left him on the brink of life, after being run over on Joan Miró Avenue by a driver who fled the scene. Since then, concern for his health has been constant, both in his family circle and among his most influential friends.

For twelve days, Anglada remained in the ICU at Son Espases University Hospital (Hospital Universitario Son Espases), where he underwent several urgent surgeries. His wife, Pilar Aguiló, along with his children Jaime and Julia, always stayed by his side, giving him strength amid uncertainty. Solidarity was quick to arrive: public figures such as Carolina Cerezuela and Carlos Moyá went to the hospital to check on his progress.

The news of his slight improvement on August 20 gave his close circle a breather, although doctors remain cautious. In that context, an unexpected detail emerged from official flight records: King Felipe had been in Mallorca discreetly. This discovery changed the focus of the story and opened a new chapter in Casa Real's narrative.

King Felipe VI, wearing a navy blue suit, black tie and sunglasses, looks serious as he attends Juan Gómez-Acebo's final farewell
King Felipe's secret trip to Mallorca surprises everyone | Europa Press

The information came to light thanks to the Falcon's records used by Casa Real. Those reports showed that Felipe VI traveled to Palma on Sunday, August 17, a day earlier than planned. The detail would have gone unnoticed if it weren't for the fact that the plane's movements are publicly accessible.

The flight left Madrid at 5:52 p.m. and landed in Mallorca less than an hour later. Barely forty minutes later, the same aircraft returned to the capital with the monarch on board. It was a lightning visit that raised questions, although everything suggests that the king traveled to the island to be with his friend at the hospital.

That personal gesture shows a little-known side of the monarch, marked by loyalty and genuine concern. Although there are no images of his presence at Son Espases, various sources indicate that Felipe VI acted with absolute discretion, avoiding any media exposure. The speed of the trip confirms that it was a strictly personal and emotional matter.

The close relationship between King Felipe and Jaime Anglada

The most recent medical report indicates that Anglada shows a "noticeable improvement" in his condition, although he still has a long process ahead. He has already undergone surgeries on his hip and jaw, and this week he will have another surgery on his wrist. The prognosis, though cautious, remains optimistic.

The artist's transfer to a less restricted area of the hospital was a relief for his family. It was also a relief for those, like King Felipe and Queen Letizia, who have closely followed every update from afar. It is known that even during their private vacation in Greece, the monarchs kept informed about the musician's progress.

That Felipe VI decided to interrupt his schedule to fly to Mallorca proves just how important this bond is in his personal life. The connection between Felipe VI and Jaime Anglada is not new, as their friendship dates back years to when they met at various events in Mallorca. The island has always been a special place for the monarch, not only because of family summers in Marivent, but also because of the personal ties he keeps there.

King Felipe and Jaime Anglada chat with smiles in an outdoor setting.
The friendship between King Felipe and Jaime Anglada after the serious accident | Europa Press

Jaime Anglada has become one of those discreet friends who don't need to be in the spotlight to earn a place in King Felipe's circle. This gesture reflects the human dimension of a monarch who, in the midst of Spain's wildfire crisis, found time to support a friend in difficult times. The paradox of attending to public duty while protecting his personal privacy adds complexity to this story.