Juan Carlos I in a light jacket in front of a brick building with an explosion graphic in the background.
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Juan Carlos I disobeys the Royal House by celebrating his birthday publicly, generating controversy

Juan Carlos I is once again at the center of controversy after publicly celebrating his 87th birthday. Sources close to the Royal Household have confirmed that "he has once again turned a deaf ear" to the recommendations to maintain discretion. The celebration, which took place in a villa in Abu Dhabi, has caused a stir once more.

The photos from Juan Carlos I's latest birthday party have reignited controversy in our country. On January 5, the emeritus turned 87, surrounded by his daughters, Infanta Elena and Infanta Cristina, as well as some of his grandchildren and close friends. The choice to showcase this celebration has surprised many, especially after Zarzuela's recommendations.

Juan Carlos I in a blue jacket stands in front of a brick building with windows and trees around it.
Juan Carlos I's birthday celebration generates controversy | en.edatv.news, Casa Real, GTRES

This decision has sparked an intense debate about the emeritus's intentions and the impact on the image of the Royal Household. What motivated Juan Carlos I to ignore the recommendations for discretion?

Sources Close to the Royal Household Drop the Bomb about Juan Carlos I

King Juan Carlos I decided to celebrate his 87th birthday in a villa in Abu Dhabi, where he has resided since his departure in 2020. The party was attended by his daughters, Infanta Elena and Infanta Cristina. Additionally, some of his grandchildren were also present.

Sources close to the Royal Household have confirmed that before Juan Carlos I's 87th birthday, he was asked to avoid becoming news. Although he was not prohibited from celebrating his special day, he was urged to maintain discretion. "He has once again turned a deaf ear and continued with his plans. A fact that hasn't been well received at Zarzuela," they state.

Juan Carlos I and Felipe VI dressed in dark suits, one with a purple tie and the other with a black tie, both with serious expressions.
Zarzuela's request for discretion is not heeded by Juan Carlos I | en.edatv.news, Europa Press

Last year, the publication of photos from his birthday party also caused controversy. On that occasion, images from inside the celebration were published, which not only upset Zarzuela but also the attendees who didn't expect to see themselves in a magazine. This year, although images of the guests haven't surfaced, the controversy persists.

Despite the warnings from the Royal Household, the images of the celebration made it to the cover of ¡Hola!, causing a great stir. These sources indicate that it is not coincidental that the photos of Juan Carlos I's birthday were released, nor that they reached the cover of a publication.

The Reason Why Juan Carlos I Disobeyed the Royal Household's Recommendation

This decision has been criticized internally, as it doesn't favor the reign of Juan Carlos I's son, Felipe VI. Additionally, it complicates efforts to maintain a positive image of the Crown in Spain. Therefore, from the Royal Household, they consider that the dissemination of these images represents an unnecessary public display.

"At Zarzuela, they didn't like at all that, once again, these images have come to light. They don't favor his son's reign and interfere with the work that the Royal Household has been doing to protect the image of the Crown in Spain," close sources affirm.

King Juan Carlos kindly greets the press in Sanxenxo
Juan Carlos decides to disobey Zarzuela due to their refusal to allow him to visit Spain. | Europa Press

According to Vanitatis, the reason behind the dissemination of these images is the emeritus's intention to spend some days of the Christmas season in Madrid. "Juan Carlos considered that he had been 'obedient' during 2024 and that he had not given anything to talk about with his discreet visits to Spain," they explain.

The public celebration of Juan Carlos I's 87th birthday has once again caused controversy and criticism from Zarzuela. The decision to showcase the party and the dissemination of the images hasn't been well received by the Royal Household, interfering with efforts to maintain the image of the Crown. Will the emeritus continue to ignore these recommendations?

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