Profile of Queen Letizia, Mud-Splattered by Flood Victims in Spain for Being Considered Slow to Handle the Disaster

Kapanlagi.com - Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano, the current Queen of Spain, has an extraordinary and inspiring life story. Her journey from an ordinary girl to a member of the royal family has captured the attention of many around the world.

Born on September 15, 1972, in Oviedo, Asturias, Letizia grew up in a modest family; her father was a journalist and her mother a nurse. Although she did not come from a glamorous background, her fighting spirit and perseverance led her to overcome various obstacles in pursuit of her dreams.

Now, Letizia is not only known as a queen but also as a respected and idolized figure. Her story is proof that with effort and dedication, anyone can achieve the unexpected. Who would have thought that a girl from Oviedo would now be one of the most influential queens in the world?

1. The Beginning of Life and Education

Letizia, the eldest of three siblings, grew up with the spirit of being a role model for her younger sisters, Telma and Erika. In her effort to help her family, she did not hesitate to work while pursuing her education at the University of Guadalajara, Mexico, even selling cigarettes to fund her studies.

Her dedication to learning bore sweet fruit; after graduating, she continued her studies at Complutense University of Madrid to delve into journalism.

Not satisfied with just that, Letizia also took a master's program in Audiovisual Journalism, which further deepened her love for this field. Her hard work during her college years not only honed her skills but also prepared the way for a bright future.

2. Journalist Career

After earning her bachelor's degree, Letizia stepped into the world of journalism, following in the footsteps of her father, who was also a journalist. Initially, she honed her skills at a newspaper in Asturias before continuing her adventure at various renowned media outlets in Mexico and Spain.

With her natural talent, Letizia not only stood out as a journalist but also shone as a news presenter on Spanish TV. Moreover, her achievements at CNN+ made her a well-known figure, with many admiring her strong personality and clever way of conveying information.

Her ambition to become a leading journalist was increasingly becoming a reality, making her one of the most iconic faces in the Spanish media world.

3. Journey to the Royal Family

Letizia, who once experienced the bitterness of divorce from Alonso Guerrero Perez in 1999, did not let sadness hinder her steps. The same year also witnessed her parents' separation, yet her spirit as a journalist remained fervent.

Her fate changed when she met Felipe de Borbon, who was still a prince at the time, while covering news of an oil spill in Northern Spain in 2002.

From that unexpected meeting, their love blossomed until they eventually became engaged, and in 2004, Letizia officially married, marking her name in history as the first woman from a common background to join the Spanish royal family.

4. Becoming the Queen of Spain

After taking the sacred wedding vows, Letizia automatically assumed the title of princess and settled near the Zarzuela Palace, the residence of King Juan Carlos. The peak of her life journey arrived in June 2024, when Felipe de Borbon was crowned king, and Letizia officially took on the title of Queen of Spain.

This historic moment became a symbol of change, where a woman from a common background was able to reach the throne, forging a close relationship with the Spanish people. From their marriage, two beautiful daughters, Leonor and Infanta Sofia, were born. Now, Letizia is known as a modern queen who is close to the public, and her life story serves as an inspiration to many.

5. The Case That Affected Him in Spain

Amid the grief and anger that engulfed Paiporta, a suburb of Valencia, a group of residents who were victims of flash floods expressed their frustration by throwing mud and shouting insults at King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia on Sunday (3/11/2024).

As the king and queen tried to communicate with the grieving residents, the angry crowd became more unruly, forcing the guards to raise umbrellas to protect them from the mud attacks.

With the situation becoming increasingly uncontrollable, police were compelled to deploy, including mounted troops, to ease the tensions. The worst floods to hit Spain in decades have claimed more than 200 lives, with around 60 of them from Paiporta, and public anger is growing due to the slow response from officials.

In the midst of the tense atmosphere, King Felipe tried to show calm by shaking hands with one of the grieving residents, while Queen Letizia interacted with the affected women, creating a human moment amid the ongoing crisis.

(kpl/rmt)