At 85 years old, Queen Emeritus Sofia is at the center of media attention, not so much for the scandals related to the infidelities of her husband, former King Juan Carlos, but for issues concerning her health.
The mother of King Felipe VI was one of the attendees at the Princess of Asturias Awards ceremony, and since this event, the Spanish press has begun to question her physical well-being.
Queen Sofia, grandmother of Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia, has always been known for her excellent health. However, as she approaches her 86th birthday, it has been noticed that her mobility has begun to suffer, a fact that has not gone unnoticed.
What’s Wrong with Queen Sofia?
During her arrival at the Campoamor Theater in Oviedo for the celebration of the Princess of Asturias Awards, the emeritus queen experienced several setbacks that she managed to resolve quickly.
Nevertheless, several media highlighted that her exit from the vehicle seemed to show her a bit “disoriented.” This latest public appearance has generated speculation about her state of health, revealing one of her best-kept secrets: Queen Sofia uses a cane.
As reported by ‘Monarquía Confidencial’, the queen uses this support accessory in her private life, especially when moving around the Zarzuela Palace.
At her age, it is not surprising that she resorts to a cane, mainly as a precautionary measure to avoid falls that could be dangerous.
Unlike her husband, former King Juan Carlos, who uses a cane in public, Queen Sofia has chosen to avoid being photographed with it. Her decision responds to her desire not to draw attention to herself or generate unnecessary concerns about her physical condition.
Queen Sofia’s health has become a topic of interest, reflecting the concern of both the media and the public.
Although the queen maintains her dignity and desire for privacy, the changes related to her mobility are a reminder of the passage of time and the inevitable transformations that come with it.