The Palacio de la Zarzuela confirms the worst news for King Felipe and Queen Letizia

The Palacio de la Zarzuela confirmed a sad piece of news this Thursday. Kings Felipe and Letizia have received a hard blow. Just today, as they celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary, they had to face a very significant loss.

The couple was enjoying a few days of rest, a break in their institutional agenda. All in the lead-up to their daughter, Infanta Sofía's graduation, which will take place this coming Saturday. However, the day has been tinged with mourning.

Zarzuela announced the passing of Serafín Sedano. The priest had been the chaplain of the Palace for decades. Sedano died at the age of 92, and the news has caused deep sadness in the Royal Family.

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It happened just a few months after his retirement. It was he himself who communicated the end of his work, in an emotional letter, Serafín asked King Felipe to find his replacement. The ailments of age prevented him from continuing his work, and after more than 30 years of service, he ended a stage marked by loyalty.

Throughout his life, Serafín Sedano witnessed very important moments for the Bourbons. He assisted Cardinal Rouco Varela in the baptisms of Princess Leonor, Infanta Sofía, and Irene Urdangarin. He also officiated the prayer service after the death of Erika Ortiz, Queen Letizia's sister.

Until recently, he continued celebrating Sunday mass at Zarzuela. A rite frequently attended by Queen Sofía and her sister Irene of Greece. Also, King Felipe himself.

The farewell mass will be held this afternoon and will be at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Halberdiers at the El Rey barracks of the Royal Guard. There is no official confirmation about the presence of the royal family. But everything points to some of its members attending.

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Kings Felipe and Letizia had no public events planned for today. It was expected that they would celebrate their anniversary in private, however, this sad news could alter their plans. They might attend the mass or delegate that representation to another family member, among the possible options are Queen Sofía or Infanta Elena.

Today marks 21 years since their wedding. A date marked on the calendar.

An anniversary that, this time, has been overshadowed by the loss of a man who was a silent witness to the intimate life of the Royal Family. Serafín Sedano has departed and Zarzuela is in mourning.