Princess Leonor of Spain

How petite Leonor, Spain’s Princess of Asturias, keeps up with not-so-little sister Sofia – and its thanks to this rather cunning strategy…

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How petite Leonor, Spain’s Princess of Asturias, keeps up with not-so-little sister Sofia – and its thanks to this rather cunning strategy…

Don’t miss our brilliant new podcast, The Crown: Fact or Fiction with Robert Hardman and Natasha Livingstone. Listen now on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts  By Jamie Mcbride Published: 13:57 GMT, 18 November 2023 | Updated: 14:26 GMT, 18 November 2023 There was an outpouring of public acclaim for Leonor, heiress to Spain’s … Read more

Royal fans reminisce about moment King Felipe of Spain swore allegiance to the Spanish Constitution on his 18th birthday – as daughter Princess Leonor takes the same oath

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Royal fans reminisce about moment King Felipe of Spain swore allegiance to the Spanish Constitution on his 18th birthday – as daughter Princess Leonor takes the same oath

Princess Leonor swore allegiance to the Spanish Constitution this morning, 37 years after her father, King Felipe VI, marked the same milestone on his 18th birthday.  Today’s ceremony at the House of Parliament in Madrid, means the future Queen  can officially act as regent in the absence of her father. A royal fan has taken … Read more

Princess Leonor of Spain receives monumental reception as she turns 18 and asks public to ‘put her faith in her’

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Princess Leonor of Spain receives monumental reception as she turns 18 and asks public to ‘put her faith in her’

Princess Leonor received a monumental reception from royal fans on her 18th birthday today. Spain’s capital was bustling with huge crowds who gathered outside the Congress of Deputies in Madrid to show their support for Leonor after she took an oath of allegiance to the Spanish Constitution.  Royal fans swarmed around the car where the queen-in-waiting … Read more

Pretty in pink! Queen Letizia of Spain stuns in an oversized blouse as she steps out in Ovieda with King Felipe, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia

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Pretty in pink! Queen Letizia of Spain stuns in an oversized blouse as she steps out in Ovieda with King Felipe, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia

Queen Letizia was pretty in pink as she attended a concert with her family this evening. The Spanish Queen, 51, dazzled in a baby pink satin top with statement sleeves and a black belt, paired with black trousers and heels to attend the Princesa de Asturias Awards concert in Oviedo, Spain, while her lookalike daughters … Read more

Family day out! Spanish royals are wrapped up for autumn as they tour Villages honoured in the Princess of Asturias Awards

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Family day out! Spanish royals are wrapped up for autumn as they tour Villages honoured in the Princess of Asturias Awards

The Spanish royal family looked cosy as they wrapped up warm to visit village communities this afternoon. Queen Letizia, 51, looked chic in a blue and green fitted sweater as she toured the communities of Arroes, Pion and Candanal. Meanwhile her eldest daughter Princess Leonor, 17, looked smart in a dark denim shirt with a … Read more

Princess Leonor of Spain poses with guests at Royal Palace reception –  and her mother Letizia gets in on the action too!

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Princess Leonor of Spain poses with guests at Royal Palace reception –  and her mother Letizia gets in on the action too!

As a future Queen of Spain, Princess Leonor is unlike a typical teenager in many ways. With solo engagements, speeches and military training under her belt, it certainly seems the daughter of Queen Letizia and King Felipe of Spain is a Queen in waiting. But this week, the Princess showed in some ways she is very much … Read more

Who’s who in the posse of teenagers gearing up to be European monarchs – and how they’re preparing by doing military training, studying at Oxford, and giving confident speeches

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Who’s who in the posse of teenagers gearing up to be European monarchs – and how they’re preparing by doing military training, studying at Oxford, and giving confident speeches

Most people celebrate turning 18 with their first legal drink or a night out with friends. But if you’re a future king or queen of Europe, your adulthood celebrations might be a little different. Grand galas, state addresses to parliament and documentaries about your life if much more typical for royalty. This weekend, Prince Christian … Read more

Princess Leonor of Spain, 17, exudes pride on National Day  alongside parents Queen Letizia and King Felipe

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Princess Leonor of Spain, 17, exudes pride on National Day  alongside parents Queen Letizia and King Felipe

Princess Leonor exuded pride as she joined her parents, Queen Letizia and King Felipe of Spain, at the Spanish National Day military parade in Madrid.  The 17-year-old, who is heir to the Spanish throne and holds the title of Princess of Asturias, appeared regal in the cadet uniform of the Military Academy of Zaragoza. While … Read more

One of the most eligible royals in Europe is about to turn 18. But who’s invited to the spectacular gala dinner? And will the Princess of Bourbon-Two Sicilies and her ‘Momager’ be welcome (after all those dating rumours)?

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One of the most eligible royals in Europe is about to turn 18. But who’s invited to the spectacular gala dinner? And will the Princess of Bourbon-Two Sicilies and her ‘Momager’ be welcome (after all those dating rumours)?

Prince Christian, a future King of Denmark, is set to celebrate his 18th birthday with a  gala dinner later this month. The Danish Royal Household has already posted a video teaser of courtiers sending out the invitations, with guests expected to include notable young people and representatives from youth organisations. Leading royals from around Europe are … Read more

Princess Leonor of Spain is shaping up as monarch-in-waiting ahead of her 18th birthday – with solo engagements, speeches and military training already under her belt

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Princess Leonor of Spain is shaping up as monarch-in-waiting ahead of her 18th birthday – with solo engagements, speeches and military training already under her belt

She’s only 17, but Princess Leonor of Spain is already proving her royal chops. With solo engagements, speeches and military training under her belt, it certainly seems the daughter of Queen Letizia and King Felipe of Spain is being prepared to take a bigger role in the spotlight ahead of her 18th birthday this month. The … Read more