Cold Water Shock for the Royal Family After Rumor About Juan Carlos I Is Confirmed

The Emeritus King Juan Carlos I is moving forward with his plans, despite the growing opposition from the Royal Family. Despite not having the support of his son Felipe VI or the rest of the family, his intention to publish his memoirs has been confirmed. The news has come as a shock to the heart of the Royal Family.

Juan Carlos I began writing his memoirs more than three years ago, with the idea of telling his version of events. The magazine ¡Hola! reported in October 2024 that the book would be titled Reconciliation. Although the release was ultimately canceled, some excerpts from the book were leaked, generating even more commotion.

In one of those excerpts, Juan Carlos reflected on the advice of his father, who always warned him that kings should not release confidences. Despite this advice, the emeritus king finally decided to disobey and tell his own story. "I feel like they are stealing my story," he confessed in his memoirs.

The historian Laurence Debray, the king's biographer, was the one who revealed some details about the ongoing project. In October 2024, she stated that the king feels that "his story has been stolen" and now wishes to offer his version. The book is a long project, still under construction, and the biographer assured that it would not have an immediate release date.

After several months of silence, it has been confirmed that the emeritus king's memoirs will be published by the publisher Planeta. According to information from Monarquía Confidencial, the book is expected to reach Spanish bookstores throughout 2025. Although it had been requested to postpone the release on several occasions, it seems that King Juan Carlos is determined for his book to see the light.

The Royal Family Opposes Juan Carlos I

King Felipe VI had already asked his father to postpone the publication of his memoirs. Despite his attempts to delay the project, the emeritus is moving forward with the idea of having his memoirs published. Although the Royal Family has expressed their concern, it seems there is no turning back.

Those close to Juan Carlos I assure that the book will be a "bomb" and that it will be released in three languages: Spanish, English, and French. According to Vanitatis, the publisher Planeta already has the document, and the book is expected to go on sale just before Christmas. This announcement has caused even more controversy within the royal family.

Infantas Elena and Cristina, daughters of Juan Carlos I, have played a key role in this project. It has been reported that they have collaborated by bringing objects and family memories to refresh their father's memory. According to some reports, they have contributed personal details to give the book more "presence."

Despite the lack of support from the Royal Family, Juan Carlos I is enthusiastic about the publication of his memoirs. The project generates "tremendous excitement" for him, according to his close associates. With the release of this book, the emeritus king seems determined to tell his own version of the events that marked his life and reign.