Author: Lillian Torres

Lilian Torres

Lilian Torres is a professional journalist with over 15 years of experience, is fervently committed to unearthing the histories and cultures of British and Spanish royal households, drawing the public into the enthralling world of traditions, conflicts, and triumphs.

Spanish Royal Family at Pascua Militar

The Royal Palace of Madrid hosted the military parade “Pascua Militar”, for another year, led by King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia and, for the first time, Princess Leonor. This year also marks the tenth anniversary of Felipe VI’s proclamation as Head of State, so is undoubtedly a ceremony of great significance. Spanish Royal Family at Pascua Militar The ceremony, which is held every year on January 6th to thank and pay tribute to the Armed Forces and the Civil Guard, took place in the Plaza de la Armería and culminated in the Throne Room of the Palace. There, the monarch…

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Prince Andrew's teddy bears

Prince Andrew of York is once again embroiled in a scandal related to his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, the American millionaire who committed suicide in 2019 after being arrested for sexual abuse. This time, however, what has caught the public’s attention is one of the strange manias revealed by one of his former aides: his obsession with teddy bears. Prince Andrew’s teddy bears According to Paul Page, one of the staff at Buckingham Palace, Prince Andrew not only had a large collection of teddy bears, but they had to be placed in a certain way on his bed. In fact,…

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Prince Andrew on Epstein's Client List

The release of the so-called “Epstein List” has caused quite a stir in the media. It is a series of documents that a U.S. federal court released to the public on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. They include depositions, emails, and legal briefs that name dozens of famous people. These names appear in connection with an investigation into billionaire Jeffrey Epstein, who was accused of sexually abusing dozens of minors and committed suicide in his cell in August 2019. Among the names listed in the released documents are Prince Andrew, former U.S. President Bill Clinton, Stephen Hawking, David Copperfield, Oprah Winfrey,…

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Former King Juan Carlos' birthday party

Former King Juan Carlos I of Spain celebrated his 86th birthday this January 5, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, where he has resided since announcing his decision to leave his native country four years ago. The father of the current King Felipe VI hosted a party at his luxurious home in the Arab region, attended by some 80 people including friends and family. Former King Juan Carlos’ birthday party According to Vanitatis magazine, the emeritus monarch offered an informal cocktail party to his guests, which included typical Spanish products such as Iberian ham and wine. Among the attendees were the former…

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Viral video of Princess Charlotte and Mia Tindall

During the British royal family’s Christmas walk at Sandringham, many moments were captured and shared on social media. But one that has stood out is the tender encounter between Princess Charlotte, 8, and her cousin, Mia Tindall, 9, daughter of Zara and Mike Tindall. Viral video of Princess Charlotte and Mia Tindall A video of the interaction between the two girls has gone viral on TikTok, with over 5 million views. In it, the two cousins can be seen showing a sweet bond during the Christmas walk, accepting small gifts from well-wishers. At one point, Mia noticed a member of…

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Is King Charles abdicating

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, 83, has made an unprecedented decision by announcing her abdication after 51 years on the throne. She will be succeeded by her son, Prince Frederick, and his wife, Princess Mary. The news has reverberated around the world, especially in England, where rumors of a possible abdication by King Charles (75) in favor of his son, Prince William, are growing. Is King Charles abdicating? According to expert Phil Dampier, Charles could follow in the footsteps of the Danish queen in the near future. Dampier told the Daily Mail: “It has to make you wonder if in…

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Queen Letizia's ex boyfriend

Before her marriage to Prince Felipe, Queen Letizia of Spain had a colorful love life that included a previous marriage. According to Spain’s royal house expert Pilar Eyre, the queen consort had many boyfriends before meeting the father of her daughters. Who were Queen Letizia’s ex boyfriends? One of her most prominent boyfriends was Alonso Guerrero, with whom she had a brief marriage before meeting Felipe, which lasted only a year. After ending her first love in 1999, Letizia focused on her career as a journalist and had relationships with men in her profession, including an attractive photographer and her…

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Photo of Princess Diana as a teenager

One of the previously unpublished photographs of Princess Diana as a teenager was recently auctioned off for a record sum. Although there are many images of Lady Diana taken by different photographers, few are those that allow us to know her physical appearance in her childhood or adolescence. For this reason, news of the auction of this photograph has generated great interest among fans of the late royal. Photo of Princess Diana as a teenager The picture up for auction was taken in 1978 during the wedding of Jane Spencer, Diana’s sister, and Robert Fellowes, private secretary to Queen Elizabeth…

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Johnny Thompson at Sandringham

Major Johnny Thompson is one of the most handsome men in the British Army. His bearing, smile and bravery have made him a favorite of King Charles, who appointed him his personal equerry. Thompson stands out not only for his professionalism, but also for his style and elegance. When not in military uniform, Major Thompson usually wears tailored suits, light-colored shirts, and discreet ties. His brown hair and intense eyes give him the look of a movie star, which has not gone unnoticed by fans of the royal family. There are even Instagram accounts dedicated to the handsome soldier. Johnny…

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Princess Leonor's New Year's Eve party

Princess Leonor’s alleged New Year’s Eve party has caused quite a stir. According to Spanish press reports, the future queen celebrated New Year’s Eve 2024 with an exclusive party in a Madrid nightclub. The heir to the throne, who turned 18 in October, is said to have used her time off from the military academy to meet up with friends from Wales, where she studied until May 2023, and fellow cadets from Zaragoza. Some media went even further, asserting that the Princess had paid for the transfer of her classmates from Wales or Zaragoza. Princess Leonor’s New Year’s Eve party…

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Prince William and Kate Middleton's 2023 Recap

The year 2023 was a very special one for Prince William and Princess Kate, who shared with their Instagram followers a video of highlights from their life as members of the British royal family. The video, set to the song “As It Was” by Harry Styles, features scenes from the coronation of King Charles III, William’s father and the new monarch of the United Kingdom, as well as other important events in which the Princes of Wales participated. Prince William and Kate Middleton’s 2023 Recap Among the moments shared in the video was the visit of the President of South…

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New tradition for King Charles

King Charles III introduced a new Christmas tradition in his first official year as monarch. Charles has also made other changes to the monarchy, seeking greater utility and efficiency on an institutional and personal level. For example, he invited Prince Andrew’s ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, to join the royal family. He also invited the children and grandchildren of his wife, Camilla Parker Bowles, to celebrate Christmas at Sandringham. New tradition for King Charles The son of Queen Elizabeth II, who was crowned in 2023 after the death of his mother, decided to spend the rest of the year-end holidays at Balmoral…

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