Infanta Cristina celebrates her 58th birthday this Tuesday, June 13th. The daughter of King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia adds another year to her life amid several challenges.
Last year, Infanta Cristina experienced her first birthday after her separation from Iñaki Urdangarin, an event that continues to impact her life to this day.
In addition to dealing with the consequences of their separation, Infanta Cristina faces other challenges that affect both her children and her love life.
Divorce from Iñaki Urdangarin marks Infanta Cristina’s 58th birthday
One of the main challenges marking Infanta Cristina’s 58th birthday is her divorce from Iñaki Urdangarin. Although the former couple has not yet signed the divorce papers, they are expected to do so in the coming weeks, as their daughter Irene has reached the age of majority.
This development means that the ex-couple no longer has minor children in their care, which facilitates the divorce process.
However, before putting a definitive end to their relationship, the Infanta and Urdangarin will meet in Switzerland for their daughter Irene’s graduation.
The reunion at Irene Urdangarin’s graduation
Irene Urdangarin’s graduation, which marks the end of her pre-university studies, will be the scene of an awkward reunion between Infanta Cristina and Iñaki Urdangarin.
The emeritus King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia are also expected to be present at the event, which would be the first time they have coincided in public with Urdangarin since their separation.
Although everyone is expected to put aside their conflicts and focus attention on Irene, this meeting will be a moment of great importance and tension for the royal family.
Changes in Cristina’s life after Irene’s birthday
Infanta Cristina reaches the age of 58 a few days after her daughter Irene turned 18, which implies a significant change in her life.
Irene will begin her university studies at a different school. The Infanta Cristina is expected to assume a significant financial outlay, as Irene’s Hotel Management studies cost $32,000 per course, approximately 30,000 euros.
In addition to focusing on Irene Urdangarin, Infanta Cristina is devoted to her other children, Juan, Pablo, and Miguel.
A new chapter in the sentimental life of Infanta Cristina?
At 58 years old, there is speculation about whether Infanta Cristina could embark on a new romantic relationship.
More than a year ago, she ended her relationship with Iñaki Urdangarin, and in recent months, there have been rumors that she is in love with a man she has known for years and with whom she has been seen in Barcelona.
So far, Infanta Cristina has not commented on the matter nor has she been seen in public with anyone special.
It remains to be seen whether, once her divorce from Urdangarin is finalized, she will take any steps in that direction or whether her sentimental life will continue as it has been