The royal family knows it and accepts it: Queen Letizia's decision is final

Queen Letizia has once again won over the public with her warmth and spontaneity. Her visit to the Madrid Book Fair has left an image of naturalness, and it has also revealed a curious habit that, although many were unaware of it, is part of her routine. The most surprising thing of all is that this decision, as definitive as it is unusual for someone of her rank, is known and accepted by the Royal Family itself.

She has shown once again that, despite the position she holds, she keeps looking for moments of normality in her daily life. She does so in a way that has even surprised the booksellers who, without knowing it, have served her in their small shops. Yes: Queen Letizia disguises herself so she can move among people and enjoy small pleasures like any other citizen.

Queen Letizia disguises herself to enjoy anonymity

The Madrid Book Fair is one of the most desired cultural events of the year, and Queen Letizia usually doesn't miss it. This 2025 hasn't been the exception. She went to Retiro, where the event is held, and once again showed why she is so admired.

Greeting after greeting, conversation after conversation, she showed her passion for books. She also showed her appreciation for those who make them available to the public.

But it was in a conversation with the owner of one of the participating bookstores where a detail was revealed that has surprised many. According to journalist Pilar Eyre, a bookseller was left speechless when Letizia confessed to her that she had already been to her store several times.

The woman, astonished, told her that she didn't remember ever seeing her. The queen's response was as baffling as it was revealing: "It's just that I disguise myself a little."

"A woman with a blonde wig, with a motorcycle helmet, with a scarf and hat, with a mask. Don't you remember her?"

With this revelation, it has become clear that the mother of Leonor resorts to disguises to live with a certain freedom. This is a decision she has made consciously and has shared with those closest to her. The Royal Family, far from being shocked, understands and accepts it.

This detail also humanizes Queen Letizia's image even more. It isn't just a simple anecdote, but a clear sign of her desire to keep her feet on the ground.

Despite her title, she hasn't lost touch with reality. She likes to buy books and visit bookstores in search of new reads. She likes to be free, even if it's just for a few minutes, and even if that means putting on a wig and going unnoticed among people.

The Royal Family supports Queen Letizia's attitude, which strengthens the monarchy's modern image

Far from seeming like a whim, Queen Letizia's decision to occasionally disguise herself to go out in her free time has a very deep emotional and human background. It represents her desire to live normally, to disconnect from protocol, and to get closer to the people through everyday life.

These kinds of gestures, even if they seem minor, are the ones that connect most with the public. The image of a monarch who camouflages herself to enter a neighborhood bookstore as just another reader is endearing, but also very significant. It speaks of a monarch who hasn't forgotten who she is or what she likes to do outside her institutional role.

The Royal Family, as could not be otherwise, knows about this habit of Letizia and not only respects it, but supports it. Felipe VI, her daughters, and those closest to her understand that these moments are necessary for her to keep her personal and emotional well-being. Because, beyond the official role she represents, she is a woman with interests, passions, and simple desires like reading, walking, or buying a book without being the center of attention.

Deep down, that's what citizens appreciate most. A queen who remains human, who doesn't lock herself behind invisible walls, who seeks small escapes to keep being true to herself. This attitude also represents a modernization of the monarchical institution, which adapts to the times without losing tradition, but showing a closer, more authentic side.