This September 15, Queen Letizia of Spain celebrates her 51st birthday. A celebration marked by the absence of her two daughters: Princess Leonor who is in the Military Academy and Infanta Sofia who is studying in Wales.
For this special day, Letizia has freed her public agenda to be surrounded by her closest family members.
How will Queen Letizia celebrate her 51st birthday?
As is tradition, Letizia will celebrate her birthday with absolute discretion and blow out the candles in the strictest privacy.
Although details of how she will celebrate her birthday are not known, she will probably gather with family and friends at home to enjoy an informal evening.
The other possible option would be for the Queen to go to a restaurant in Madrid for dinner with her husband King Felipe.
What we do know is that the Spanish consort will receive congratulations from her two daughters through a video call and the occasional gift in the form of a book or jewelry.
Curious facts about Letizia of Spain
Felipe VI’s wife is known for her naturalness, closeness, and spontaneity, that is why she has conquered the Spanish people and has an essential position in the institution.
Why is her name Letizia with a “Z”?
According to writer Carmen Duerto, Paloma Rocasolano, mother of the Queen was a big fan of a group called ‘Viva la gente’, and one of its singers was named Letizia.
“She liked the Italian pronounced name so much that she decided she would give it to her first daughter,” Duerto recounted in her book.
- Only 28 girls received the name ‘Letizia with Z’. In the 1970s, among them the Queen.
- Since her arrival in the Spanish Royal Family until 2019, 475 girls were counted with the name ‘Letizia’ in Spain.
How tall is Queen Letizia?
The wife of King Felipe Vi is (1,68) 1 meter 68 centimeters tall.
How many sisters does Queen Letizia have?
Letizia is the eldest of three sisters: Telma and Erika. Sadly, Erika died in 2007 at the age of 31.
First marriage of Letizia Ortiz
Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano was married for 1 year to an award-winning writer and professor named Alonso Guerrero with whom she dated for 10 years.
Queen Letizia’s Plastic Surgery
Although there has been much speculation about her physical transformation, the truth is that Letizia Ortiz has officially only undergone a rhinoplasty for health reasons and not for aesthetic reasons.
Does Letizia have a tattoo?
It is rumored that Letizia got a tattoo in an intimate area during her rebellious period in Mexico, although it is not known where she has it. But it is only a rumor published in the Catalan portal El Nacional.
Why doesn’t Letizia wear her engagement ring?
Several years ago, Letizia decided to take off her wedding ring because it hurt her when she shook hands at official events.
What is the Queen of Spain’s favorite perfume?
Queen Letizia’s favorite perfume is Eau de Soir by the French brand Sisley.
The gray hair of Queen Letizia of Spain
The mother of Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia took the firm decision to renounce the dye and proudly show off her gray hair. This has earned her some criticism, but Queen Letizia has a great personality and ignores the critics.
How many languages does Queen Letizia speak?
Currently, the Queen speaks Spanish and English perfectly. She is also fluent in Portuguese and German.
Queen Letizia’s illness
Queen Letizia has Morton’s neuroma in her left foot and metatarsalgia.
Foods that Queen Letizia does not eat
The Spanish consort has a strict diet and for nothing in the world would include in her diet: processed products, such as pasta, rice, sweets, and soft drinks.
Queen Letizia’s diet
Although the Spanish Queen has denied following any diet, she loves to eat natural and organic foods, such as fruits, vegetables, fish, and lean meat. Many Spanish portals have reported that the Periconé Diet is her favorite.
Letizia Spain does yoga
The queen is known to practice yoga regularly, which has contributed to her physical toning.
Other curious facts
- Unlike other queen consorts, Letizia is not the godmother of any prince.
- She writes her own speeches, which are then reviewed by those responsible for managing the institution.
- King Emeritus Juan Carlos I did not accept the courtship of his son, the prince, and Letizia Ortiz.
- During her stay at the University of Guadalajara, in Mexico, Letizia worked as a stewardess delivering cigarettes.
- She likes to read in her free time.