This Is What King Felipe Thinks of the Photos of Leonor in a Bikini: 'She's a...'

Leonor is the undisputed protagonist in the press today. The reason is that images of her in a bikini on a beach in Montevideo with other Elcano companions have come to light. Images on which King Felipe, her father, has a clear opinion.

He was aware, for days, that these images were going to be published. According to journalist Mariángeles Alcázar, King Felipe was not worried about them. Apparently, he and the queen are clear that their daughter "is a 19-year-old girl who already has a hard enough time, so as not to be able to entertain herself."

The Publication of Leonor's Images and King Felipe's Opinion

Today, Diez Minutos surprised by publishing on its cover photographs of Leonor in a swimsuit during a day of rest on a beach near Montevideo. These snapshots were taken on March 6. Specifically, when the heir to the throne was enjoying her free time with other midshipmen from the Juan Sebastián Elcano.

Although today is when they have been revealed, it has been known for days that these snapshots existed and that there was an attempt to sell them. Apparently, the owner of them, according to Mariángeles Alcázar, wanted to get €200,000 for them. Given the circumstances, it seems that he has succeeded.

This journalist has spoken about this matter on the program Hoy por Hoy of Cadena SER. In it, she has revealed what King Felipe and his wife think about these photos.

Thus, she stated: "Neither Queen Letizia nor the king are worried about photos of their daughter in a bikini coming out. They wouldn't even be worried if images of her kissing someone came out. It's because she is a 19-year-old girl who already has a hard enough time not to be able to entertain herself."

King Felipe's Stance Contrasts with Legal Actions from a Few Days Ago

This understanding attitude contrasts with the recent legal actions undertaken by the Royal House. It should not be forgotten that they filed a complaint for the unauthorized dissemination of images of Princess Leonor in a shopping center in Chile. These photographs, captured by security cameras and later leaked, led the institution to take legal measures to protect the young woman's privacy.

The difference in reaction to both cases could be due to the nature of the images and the circumstances in which they were taken. The photos in the shopping center were obtained clandestinely and without consent. While those on the beach reflect a common and public activity of a young woman enjoying her free time.

Princess Leonor's Training and Her Public Life

Leonor is currently immersed in her military training aboard the Juan Sebastián Elcano, as part of her preparation to assume future responsibilities. Since her departure from Cádiz in January, she has participated in various stops and activities that have captured media attention. Her presence at official events and leisure moments is closely followed by the press and the public, reflecting the constant interest in the life of the future queen.

The publication of these photographs and the reaction of the Royal House highlight the balance the institution seeks to keep between the privacy of its members and the public exposure inherent to their roles. The understanding shown by King Felipe toward his daughter's activities underscores the importance of allowing her to enjoy experiences typical of her age, even under public scrutiny.