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.

What Kate Middleton Said About Alcohol

Kate Middleton returned to the public agenda with one of those visits that combine protocol with genuinely human moments. Accompanied by William, she toured the Bermondsey Beer Mile, a route of independent breweries and craft bars in south London. They stopped by Borough Market, served coffee, put on aprons to hand out crumble with custard, visited the RNLI rescue station on the Thames, and even poured pints. It was a long, eventful, and quite revealing day. Why did Kate decline to try the beers during her visit to the Bermondsey Beer Mile? The most talked-about moment came at Fabal Beerhall,…

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Queen Mathilde Wears Elie Saab to Brussels Spring Concert

Every year, when the Royal Palace of Brussels opens its doors for the Changing of the Seasons concert, two things are certain: Mathilde will look flawless, and the music will be amazing. This year’s event was no exception. Nearly 500 guests from the worlds of academia, business, and culture filled the hall, along with King Philippe, Prince Laurent, and, of course, the Queen, who arrived ready to steal the show with a look that left nothing to chance. What did Queen Mathilde wear to the spring concert? This time, Mathilde chose a powder pink Elie Saab jumpsuit featuring a tulle…

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Princess Leonor's Women's Day Message

The Spanish royal family has an unwritten rule for March 8: silence. International Women’s Day usually goes by without an official statement, as the Spanish Royal Family prefers to stay out of the political debate surrounding the date. That’s why it was surprising that the Princess of Girona Foundation, chaired by Leonor, decided to publish a message on that day. This move went almost unnoticed in the media, but royal expert Ana Polo Alonso didn’t hesitate to comment on it in Semana, stating bluntly, “I thought it was very good.” What the Princess of Girona Foundation’s message said on International…

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Queen Letizia's Red Carolina Herrera Suit

While King Felipe was traveling to Lisbon for the inauguration of Portugal’s new president, Queen Letizia headed to Almería to visit the Cajamar Las Palmerillas Experimental Station, an agricultural technology center that also creates jobs for people with disabilities. Dressed in a white lab coat, the Queen toured the laboratories and greenhouses and actively participated in the entire process. It was the kind of visit where you can tell there’s genuine interest, not just an agenda. The red Carolina Herrera suit Queen Letizia wore in Almería For the occasion, Letizia brought back one of her favorite suits. It’s a deep…

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Why Infanta Sofía Hasn't Given a Public Speech Yet

Infanta Sofía is 18 years old, is increasingly present on the royal agenda, and has already held her first honorary presidency. Something is changing in how the Crown positions her, and it shows. But there is one thing she has not yet done: give her first public speech. In all these years, we have only heard her speak on two occasions: once during the pandemic, in a Royal Household video where she read excerpts from Don Quixote alongside Leonor, and once again at the Women’s World Cup final in Australia. For many, the absence of a young woman who already…

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Kate Middleton's style on Commonwealth Day 2026

On March 9, Westminster Abbey hosted the Commonwealth Day service, attended by the entire British royal family. King Charles and Queen Camilla presided over the service, while Princess Anne arrived with Timothy Laurence, and Prince William and Princess Catherine entered to applause from the onlookers gathered at the entrance. Kate wears an Emilia Wickstead coat dress Camilla chose red and garnered her share of attention, but Kate won the award for best dress in a navy blue coat dress by Emilia Wickstead. Made from wool crepe, the design had everything that works for an event like this: a fitted bodice,…

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Commonwealth Day 2026

Commonwealth Day is one of those occasions that the Windsors never miss. Every year, the royal family gathers at Westminster Abbey for a service that celebrates the bonds between the countries of the Commonwealth of Nations, and this year was no exception. King Charles and Queen Camilla were among the last to arrive and were greeted by the Dean of Westminster and by Prince William and Princess Kate, who were already waiting at the entrance. Also present were Princess Anne, her husband Timothy Laurence, and the Dukes of Gloucester. It was the usual family gathering, but with more layers than…

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Queen Letizia's style at the 2026 Terrorism Victims Concert

The In Memoriam concert for the Victims of Terrorism is one of those events on the royal calendar that the King and Queen never miss. This year, the 24th edition was held at the National Music Auditorium in Madrid, featuring the RTVE Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, with performances by artists such as Miren Urbieta-Vega and Moisés Marín. A solemn and meaningful event, organized by the Victims of Terrorism Foundation. And Letizia, as always in these situations, arrived dressed exactly as the occasion demanded. Why Letizia wore black to the ‘In Memoriam’ 2026 concert Black was neither a coincidence nor an…

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Princess Leonor of Spain

Something is happening with Princess Leonor that Spanish news outlets are only now realizing. For months, I have closely followed how the heiress to the Spanish throne has transitioned from being a name known only in Spain to becoming a figure of genuine curiosity outside her country. This isn’t just intuition or exaggeration; Google search data and our analysis confirm it. Searches for “Princess Leonor of Spain” have steadily increased, not only from Europe, but also from America, Asia, and other parts of the world that, let’s be honest, rarely pay attention to Spanish royalty. At Royal Family News, we…

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Beatrice and Eugenie banned from Royal Ascot 2026

The Mail on Sunday published the news, and it is quite striking. It appears Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie have been excluded from Royal Ascot this year. They will not be allowed in the Royal Box or participate in the carriage procession, a tradition that has existed since 1825 and is one of the most iconic moments of the event. The official reason is not a scheduling conflict. According to sources close to the palace, the decision stems from the scandal surrounding the House of York following the arrest of their father, former Prince Andrew, last month for alleged misconduct in…

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Infanta Sofia of Spain

Infanta Sofía has just embarked on her own path, and it certainly looks promising. After completing the International Baccalaureate with excellent grades at UWC Atlantic College in Wales, she chose to study Political Science and International Relations at Forward College in Lisbon. A decision made with the support of her parents and the Royal Household team, and one that makes a lot of sense considering the institutional role expected of her. The degree includes courses such as Political Theory, Contemporary History, Governance, Sustainable Development, and classes in leadership and ethics. It’s no coincidence. Sofia enjoys a freedom that Leonor does…

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Queen Letizia's Turquoise Carolina Herrera Suit

Queen Letizia traveled to Castellón to preside over the main event of World Rare Disease Day, organized by FEDER, the Spanish Federation of Rare Diseases, as part of its campaign “because every person matters.” On this occasion, she did so in her dual role as queen and as the federation’s honorary president. It was also her first official visit to the city, and she arrived at the Auditorium and Congress Palace with her characteristic punctuality, where dozens of people awaited her. Queen Letizia’s turquoise Carolina Herrera suit For this occasion, the look was a new one, and it was quite…

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