Royal House confirms the rumor about Queen Letizia: it's sad, but there's no solution

Royal Household has confirmed a rumor that had been circulating for days and, unfortunately, has turned out to be true. The chaplain of the Zarzuela Palace, Serafín Sedano, has passed away at the age of 92, and Queen Letizia along with King Felipe have attended together to bid him farewell. An event that shows the close bond they kept with someone who was a key figure in the spiritual life of the Royal Family.

A sad news, which has no solution, and which also coincides with the 21st anniversary of the kings. The coincidence of both dates has made the day a bittersweet moment for the monarchs. How is mourning experienced when institutional obligation and personal grief intertwine on the same day?

Royal Household Confirms That Queen Letizia And King Felipe Attend Serafín Sedano's Funeral

It was this Thursday when the death of Serafín Sedano, who was the chaplain for decades at the Zarzuela Palace, was announced. His funeral, held in Madrid, has brought together family, close friends, and figures linked to the institutional and spiritual life of the country.

Shortly after seven in the evening, an official car driven by King Felipe VI himself arrived at the temple. Next to him, Queen Letizia greeted the media from the passenger seat. She did so with the window down and a serene demeanor, although clearly affected by the circumstances.

There was no doubt: they were not only fulfilling a protocol duty, but they were also present out of personal affection and recognition. Additionally, the absence of official events in both of their agendas facilitated their presence at the priest's final farewell. In silence and with respect, they accompanied the deceased's loved ones.

The Figure Of Serafín Sedano In The Royal Family

Father Serafín Sedano was not just a priest at the service of Royal Household, he was a trusted figure within the Zarzuela environment. For decades, he officiated the Sunday mass regularly attended by Queen Sofía, Irene of Greece, and Felipe VI himself.

His presence was especially notable in moments of great family and symbolic significance. He assisted Cardinal Rouco Varela in the baptisms of Princess Leonor, Infanta Sofía, and Irene Urdangarin. A time when the image of unity and tradition was crucial for the monarchy.

Additionally, his pastoral work extended beyond the rite. He acted as a spiritual advisor in times of uncertainty, keeping a relationship of deep trust with the members of the Bourbon family.

This bond kept firm even after King Juan Carlos I's abdication. The former monarch found in Serafín a stable figure, respected for his discretion and his absolute dedication to his vocation.

Meanwhile, Queen Letizia, doesn't come from a strict religious background, but she has embraced her institutional role with commitment. For this reason, the chaplain's figure may have been an essential reference in her early years in the Royal Household.

In contrast, Felipe VI was educated from childhood in Catholic values. Therefore, Father Sedano represented continuity with the paternal figure and with the image of the monarchy as a guarantor of unity and tradition.

The last image of Serafín Sedano kept in the recent memory of Zarzuela is that of an elderly but lucid man. At 92 years old, he decided to voluntarily step down from his duties for health reasons. Today, his passing leaves a notable void in Queen Letizia and King Felipe.