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.

Queen Letizia's greetings

Queen Letizia, in her 20-year career within the Spanish monarchy, has had the opportunity to shake hands with thousands of people. However, one recent aspect that has caught the attention of observers is her tendency to use the same words to greet different interlocutors. Whether they are athletes, artists, politicians, or ordinary citizens, the wife of King Felipe VI emphasizes a recurring greeting in her encounters. Whether she is acting as hostess or attending various events as a guest, it is common for Letizia to initiate interactions with people from different walks of life, always being the first to break…

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Prince William and Kate Middleton's house

Kate Middleton and Prince William decided to make a change of scenery and move to Adelaide Cottage, a place that promised to be cozier and more affordable. However, the bills tell the whole story. The Princess of Wales has found this home to be a haven, especially during the most difficult moments of her cancer treatment, which concluded in September. At Adelaide Cottage, Kate lives with her husband and their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. The idea is to create family memories as normal as possible, despite their royal status. This “cottage” is located in Windsor,…

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Curious facts about Charles III

Charles III celebrates his 76th birthday on November 14, a birthday that comes amid serious health problems, as he was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. However, he is not the only one in the royal family who has had to face this tough battle; his daughter-in-law, Kate Middleton, has as well. This has marked a challenging year for the British family, with even Prince William recently mentioning that this has been the most difficult year of his life. Despite his diagnosis, Charles resumed his royal duties just a few months after receiving the news and has slowly been increasing…

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Queen Letizia at the Prado Museum

Queen Letizia has closed this week of official engagements with a very significant event at the Prado Museum in Madrid. On this occasion, she attended a ceremony to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Aequitas Foundation, which is dedicated to the legal protection of people with disabilities and those in vulnerable situations. During the event, the Queen had the honor of presenting the ‘Speaker and Heroes Anonymous’ Awards, promoted by the foundation, which seek to recognize the effort and dedication towards these people. This event not only highlights the work of the Foundation but also has a personal touch for…

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King Charles at the premiere of Gladiator II

After an emotionally charged weekend of Remembrance Day events, King Charles has returned to his official duties. Charles, who celebrates his 76th birthday on November 14, ditched the military uniform and decided to dress in his best formal attire to attend the premiere of “Gladiator II,” the new film by Ridley Scott. The premiere took place at London’s ODEON Luxe Leicester Square and was organized to support the Film and TV Charity, a charity celebrating its 100th anniversary. This charity, which King Charles has the honor of patronizing, was founded in 1924 with the purpose of serving as both a…

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Queen Elizabeth II's diary.

Two years after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2023, at the age of 96, details about her final moments are still being revealed. Recently, the last words she wrote in her diary, just 48 hours before her death, were shared. According to documents from the Royal Archives, these notes indicate that “she felt no pain” and that “she was not aware she was leaving.” It was also discovered that she left a sealed letter in a red box, containing her list of candidates to receive the Order of Merit. In addition, she used her diary to…

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Donations from Infanta Sofia

The floods in Spain, which have claimed the lives of more than 200 people, have deeply moved thousands who are ready to offer their support. Among them is Infanta Sofia, the daughter of King Felipe and Queen Letizia, who, despite being far away, has not been absent and has expressed her concern for those affected. From her school in Wales, the UWC Atlantic College, several initiatives have been launched to help those who have suffered the consequences of this tragedy. According to reports in the Spanish media, Atlantic College has launched a solidarity project aimed at the victims of the…

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Kate Middleton at the annual Christmas Carol Service

Kate Middleton’s recent public reappearance during Remembrance Day has ignited speculation among Britons about whether the Princess of Wales will soon resume her royal duties. At 42, Kate made it clear that her return to work would be “gradual and staggered,” meaning she would only appear at particularly important moments, such as her Remembrance Day appearance. However, Kensington Palace has shared some updates on her upcoming plans. What has Kensington Palace said about Kate Middleton? Christmas is a very special time for Kate. Despite the cancer she was diagnosed with, the Princess of Wales is already working on one of…

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King Felipe and Queen Letizia with athletes

King Felipe and Queen Letizia have appeared together again after a rather complicated period marked by recent floods in Spain. A few weeks ago, the royal couple visited the areas most devastated by the rains, which unfortunately left more than 200 victims. During that visit, the king and queen were accompanied by the prime minister, Pedro Sanchez. However, the situation became complicated when those affected expressed their frustration at the lack of assistance, creating a tense atmosphere. Since then, Felipe and Letizia have continued with their separate schedules of engagements, but have remained attentive to what was happening in the…

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How is Queen Camilla's health? » Camilla, Queen Consort

Queen Camilla returned to her royal duties on Monday, November 12, after being absent from some of the British monarchy’s most important events due to health problems. The 77-year-old queen was unable to attend the Festival of Remembrance on Saturday, Nov. 9, or the Remembrance Day ceremonies, as she was dealing with a chest infection. Days earlier, Buckingham Palace had announced her absence, mentioning that, “Following doctors’ guidance to ensure a full recovery from a seasonal chest infection, and to protect others from any potential risk, Her Majesty will not attend this weekend’s Remembrance events.” Recently, Queen Camilla and King…

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Kate Middleton doesn't have cancer?

Ever since Kate Middleton announced that she had cancer, her life has been at the center of debate. Every time she appears in public, questions echo: What type of cancer is the princess really suffering from? Is she wearing a wig? However, following her appearance at the solemn Remembrance Day events, new rumors have begun to circulate that Kate has apparently never had cancer. Kate Middleton doesn’t have cancer? The story began at Christmas 2023, when the princess faded from the public eye. Back in January, she revealed that she had undergone abdominal surgery, which only fueled speculation. In March,…

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Princess Anne's Makeover

On November 9 and 10, the British royal family was once again in the spotlight during emotional Remembrance Day events. On Saturday the 9th, the royals attended the Festival of Remembrance at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall. Then, on Sunday the 10th, they took part in the solemn ceremony at the Cenotaph in Whitehall. While the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, and Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, stole the spotlight, another member of the royal family also stood out: the ever-faithful Princess Anne. Although the spotlight was focused on Kate, Princess Anne did not go unnoticed, especially because she decided…

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