Royal ladies wear some of the most beautiful jewels in the world. We’ve seen them in sparkling tiaras, dazzling necklaces, and of course, stunning diamond engagement rings.
The Princess of Wales (formerly known as Kate Middleton) is rarely seen without her iconic engagement ring, which once belonged to Princess Diana. But another royal is rarely photographed with her ring on.
Here’s who that is and why she barely wears it in public.
Which royal doesn’t wear her engagement ring? Queen Letizia of Spain chats with Queen Camilla and Kate Middleton during the Order of the Garter Service at St. George’s Chapel | UK Press Pool/UK Press via Getty Images
Former news anchor for CNN+ and Televisión Española Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano began dating then-Prince Felipe of Spain in 2002. The Spanish royal family announced on Nov. 1, 2003, that the couple was engaged.
The current monarch proposed to his...
The Princess of Wales (formerly known as Kate Middleton) is rarely seen without her iconic engagement ring, which once belonged to Princess Diana. But another royal is rarely photographed with her ring on.
Here’s who that is and why she barely wears it in public.
Which royal doesn’t wear her engagement ring? Queen Letizia of Spain chats with Queen Camilla and Kate Middleton during the Order of the Garter Service at St. George’s Chapel | UK Press Pool/UK Press via Getty Images
Former news anchor for CNN+ and Televisión Española Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano began dating then-Prince Felipe of Spain in 2002. The Spanish royal family announced on Nov. 1, 2003, that the couple was engaged.
The current monarch proposed to his...
- 5/24/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
President Donald Trump will have to wait for his date with Queen Elizabeth.
His controversial planned State Visit, which will include dinner at Buckingham Palace, is not happening this year and likely won’t happen until 2018, the BBC reported Tuesday.
The news is the latest blow for Trump’s plans to be feted in the U.K., where he also owns two golf courses. The visit was originally planned for this fall, according to multiple reports.
The invitation was made by Prime Minister Theresa May in January. It was immediately met with a petition saying he should not be afforded...
His controversial planned State Visit, which will include dinner at Buckingham Palace, is not happening this year and likely won’t happen until 2018, the BBC reported Tuesday.
The news is the latest blow for Trump’s plans to be feted in the U.K., where he also owns two golf courses. The visit was originally planned for this fall, according to multiple reports.
The invitation was made by Prime Minister Theresa May in January. It was immediately met with a petition saying he should not be afforded...
- 7/11/2017
- by Simon Perry
- PEOPLE.com
Prince Harry is to take part in his first official role during a state visit.
He has been asked by Queen Elizabeth to accompany King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain to Westminster Abbey when they visit the U.K. later this month.
There, they will lay a wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior on the second full day of the visit, July 13. The royals will then be taken on a short tour of the Abbey, including the Tomb of Eleanor of Castile.
Although there has been no formal role announced for Prince William and Princess Kate, they...
He has been asked by Queen Elizabeth to accompany King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain to Westminster Abbey when they visit the U.K. later this month.
There, they will lay a wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior on the second full day of the visit, July 13. The royals will then be taken on a short tour of the Abbey, including the Tomb of Eleanor of Castile.
Although there has been no formal role announced for Prince William and Princess Kate, they...
- 7/4/2017
- by Simon Perry
- PEOPLE.com
Shakira was among a host of stars who were guests in what many in Latin America are calling the “wedding of the century” — the nuptials of soccer legend Lionel Messi and longtime girlfriend Antonella Roccuzzo.
The Colombian pop star, 40, attended with her partner, Spanish soccer player Gerard Piqué, 30. Football stars and celebrities were among the 260 guests who arrived at the glamorous wedding held in Messi’s hometown of Rosario, Argentina.
Messi, 30, met Roccuzzo, 29, met when they were children before he moved to Spain as a teenager.
Other celebrities in attendance included Messi’s Fc Barcelona teammates Luis Suarez and Neymar.
The Colombian pop star, 40, attended with her partner, Spanish soccer player Gerard Piqué, 30. Football stars and celebrities were among the 260 guests who arrived at the glamorous wedding held in Messi’s hometown of Rosario, Argentina.
Messi, 30, met Roccuzzo, 29, met when they were children before he moved to Spain as a teenager.
Other celebrities in attendance included Messi’s Fc Barcelona teammates Luis Suarez and Neymar.
- 7/1/2017
- by Alexia Fernandez
- PEOPLE.com
Royals roaming the world!
It’s a big week for royal travel, with members of several royal families jetting overseas for official visits.
It kicked off with Prince Charles‘s solo visit to Romania last week, where he spent a day getting his dance on, giving hugs and greeting dignitaries in Bucharest, the country’s capital.
He then met up with his wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, for a five-day visit to Italy, which has included stops all over the country.
Their first stop was Florence, where the couple posed in front of the famed Ponte Vecchio bridge.
Then, Charles went to Vicenza,...
It’s a big week for royal travel, with members of several royal families jetting overseas for official visits.
It kicked off with Prince Charles‘s solo visit to Romania last week, where he spent a day getting his dance on, giving hugs and greeting dignitaries in Bucharest, the country’s capital.
He then met up with his wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, for a five-day visit to Italy, which has included stops all over the country.
Their first stop was Florence, where the couple posed in front of the famed Ponte Vecchio bridge.
Then, Charles went to Vicenza,...
- 4/5/2017
- by Diana Pearl
- PEOPLE.com
Sometimes, chic braids do the trick. Other times, only a towering tiara will suffice.
King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain are currently hosting the President and First Lady of Argentina, Mauricio Macri and Juliana Awada, in Madrid. After welcoming the couple on Wednesday morning, they held a gala dinner at the city’s royal palace in honor of the Argentinian visit.
And for the evening’s event, the always-chic Letizia, 44, broke out a tiara she has never worn before — one with a fair amount of historical significance. The piece is called the Fleur de Lys Tiara and is also known as La Buena.
King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain are currently hosting the President and First Lady of Argentina, Mauricio Macri and Juliana Awada, in Madrid. After welcoming the couple on Wednesday morning, they held a gala dinner at the city’s royal palace in honor of the Argentinian visit.
And for the evening’s event, the always-chic Letizia, 44, broke out a tiara she has never worn before — one with a fair amount of historical significance. The piece is called the Fleur de Lys Tiara and is also known as La Buena.
- 2/23/2017
- by Diana Pearl
- PEOPLE.com
When the Princess met the Pope! Princess Charlene and her husband, Prince Albert II, stepped out in Vatican City on Monday morning for an official visit with Pope Francis. It's the fourth visit to the small country for the wife of Monaco's monarch: She previously met Pope Benedict in 2013. Wearing all-white - she's only one of seven people worldwide who are allowed to wear the color to meet His Holiness - Charlene stunned in a collarless white coat and a cream dress paired with a white lace head covering. The exclusive tradition of wearing white to meet the pope is...
- 1/18/2016
- by Diana Pearl, @dianapearl_
- PEOPLE.com
When Princess Charlene of Monaco meets with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Monday, Catholic royal-watchers will be keeping a close eye on her clothes. What color Charlene chooses to wear during her state visit alongside Prince Albert II next week has major significance as she is one of seven women in the world that has been given "the privilege of the white" - or the ability to wear white when meeting with the pope. Called le privilége du blanc in French or il privilegio del biacno in Italian, the special tradition is extended solely to designated Catholic queens and...
- 1/16/2016
- by Maria Mercedes Lara and Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
When Princess Charlene of Monaco meets with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Monday, Catholic royal-watchers will be keeping a close eye on her clothes. What color Charlene chooses to wear during her state visit alongside Prince Albert II next week has major significance as she is one of seven women in the world that has been given "the privilege of the white" - or the ability to wear white when meeting with the pope. Called le privilége du blanc in French or il privilegio del biacno in Italian, the special tradition is extended solely to designated Catholic queens and...
- 1/16/2016
- by Maria Mercedes Lara and Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Following King Felipe VI's coronation in 2014, Queen Letizia of Spain became everyone's new royal obsession, and this year, she's made more than a few memorable appearances. From speaking engagements to concerts to official royal events, 43-year-old Queen Letizia has popped up for several special occasions, including a few solo appearances. Take a look at facts about Queen Letizia to learn more about Spain's stunning royal, then check out some of her most memorable moments, and keep reading for the best pictures of her year - so far.
- 11/29/2015
- by Laura Marie Meyers
- Popsugar.com
Here comes the freshmen class of 2015! Yes, there are plenty of first-timers on this year's Vanity Fair's 75th best dressed list. Amongst the most stylish women, jewelry designer Francesca Amfitheatrof nabbed the number one spot despite an overall lack of red carpet cameos this year. Then there is Hollywood's new it-girl, Amal Clooney, who came in at number three, with prima ballerina Misty Copeland landing the number five spot and Queen Letizia of Spain also nabbing a well-deserved slot on the list. Moving on to old pros, Rihanna and Taylor Swift—albeit they're from two very different ends of the style spectrum—represented...
- 8/5/2015
- E! Online
The time has come! Vanity Fair has just released its annual international best-dressed list, and naturally, some of Hollywood's finest—including Taylor Swift, Amal Alamuddin, and Emma Stone—have topped the 2015 round-up. Additionally, Sienna Miller, Rihanna, Diane Kruger, Charlize Theron, Emma Watson, Queen Letizia of Spain, and ballerina Misty Copeland repped the ladies on the list. Of course, a tuxedo-clad Swift, 25, also graces the 'zine's September 2015 cover, hailed as the "most influential 25-year-old in America." Meanwhile, Prince Harry, Michael Fassbender, Bill Nighy, and everyone's favorite printed-suit-wearer, Eddie Redmayne, [...]...
- 8/5/2015
- Us Weekly
We might just call this chic blunt bob "The Royal." Queen Letizia of Spain stepped out for the 2015 Woman Awards in Madrid with a new haircut that is smartly angled to frame her face. Previously, the royal has rocked long locks that she's styled into pretty updos, braided chignons or let hang, well, loose to just below her shoulders. The Queen has tried a faux bob look before, so the fact that she actually made the cut isn't too much of a surprise. And the bob works well to showcase her facial features, which is always a plus when you're well, royal and clock in with a lot of public face time. Meanwhile, actress Courteney Cox is the latest celeb to get in on the lob trend: The 50-year-old...
- 4/21/2015
- E! Online
Minutes after King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain arrived in Paris, a German passenger plane crashed in southern France, prompting the Spanish royals to suspend their three-day state visit to the country. French President Francois Hollande welcomed the king and queen of Spain at the Élysée Palace on Tuesday, but both leaders approached the mic soon after they arrived to address the sad news. President Hollande, King Felipe VI, and Queen Letizia attended a crisis meeting at the Interior Ministry amid news reports, and in a statement, the French president said, "There were 148 people on board. The conditions of the accident, which have not yet been clarified, lead us to think there are no survivors . . . The accident happened in a zone that is particularly hard to access." Keep reading for pictures from the Spanish royals' arrival, then see new updates on the plane crash.
- 3/24/2015
- by Laura-Marie-Meyers
- Popsugar.com
Kate Hudson's abs popped like whoa when she got together with some sexy ladies on Friday. The group smiled wide and showed off their physiques during a photo shoot in La for Kate's fitness clothing line, Fabletics. In other interesting moments, Taylor Swift made the most of La, Kristen Stewart looked cool and collected as she made her way through Lax, while Channing Tatum promoted his new film, Jupiter Ascending, with Jenna Dewan by his side. Across the pond in the royal worlds, Queen Elizabeth sanctioned the opening of a new firehouse, and Queen Letizia of Spain took care of official business in Madrid. Keep reading to see how other stars are spending the week.
- 2/6/2015
- by Ryan-Roschke
- Popsugar.com
We have added a set pictures from the event Spanish Royals Attend the Pascua Militar Epiphany Holiday Parade at Palacio Real in Madrid on January 6, 2015.Guests included Queen Letizia of Spain with Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy, Interior Minister Jorge Fernandez Diaz and Defence Minister Pedro Morenes, Mariano Rajoy, Jorge Fernandez Diaz and Pedro Morenes, King Felipe VI of Spain, King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia of Spain and Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy.
- 1/8/2015
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
The Duchess of Cambridge may get a lot of attention in the international royal world, but Queen Letizia of Spain has been quietly giving her a run for her money in the glamour department. The Spanish royal, who was named the queen consort when her husband, King Felipe VI, took the crown in June, has managed to mix easy casualness with regal elegance in everything she does, be it receiving guests at the Zarzuela Palace in Madrid or taking family vacations to Palma de Mallorca. Letizia and Felipe are also not shy when it comes to showing Pda, proving that they are truly modern royals. Keep reading for Letizia's best moments from over the years.
- 10/24/2014
- by Maria-Mercedes-Lara
- Popsugar.com
Spanish Royals Attend the Presentation of the 23rd Edition of the Spanish Language’s Dictionary Pics
We have added a set pictures from the event Spanish Royals Attend the Presentation of the 23rd Edition of the Spanish Language’s Dictionary. Guests included King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia of Spain. Photo are copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos. King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia of Spain as the Spanish Royals Attend the Presentation of the 23rd Edition of the Spanish Language’s Dictionary atAcademia de la Lengua in Madrid, Spain. Photo is copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos.
- 10/21/2014
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain visited Santiago de Compostela, Spain, on Friday, waving to onlookers from the balcony of the Raxoi Palace. The pair's trip came a month after the king's coronation, when all eyes turned to Queen Letizia as the latest royal obsession. Meanwhile, the British queen stopped by the Commonwealth Games to show her support, and Prince William and Kate Middleton celebrated Prince George's first birthday. See all that and more with the week's best pictures from across the globe!
- 7/25/2014
- by Laura Marie Meyers
- Popsugar.com
History was made in Spain today, after King Juan Carlos announced the he was stepping down and handing the throne over to his 46-year-old son, Prince Felipe. And while the country gets a new king, they will also be getting a new queen consort—formerly known as Princess Letizia. So just who is the brunette beauty? Let's have a look at five things you need to know about Spain's new queen: 1. She's More Than Just a Pretty Face: She may be stunning, but Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano is a well-known TV presenter and reporter. The 41-year-old comes from a long line of journalists, namely her father and grandmother, and has won an award for best Spanish journalist under 30 in her native country....
- 6/2/2014
- E! Online
King Juan Carlos announced Monday that he is abdicating - handing the Spanish throne over to his son Prince Felipe. That will make the wife of 46-year-old Felipe, Princess Letizia, queen consort, but she will be known as Queen Letizia. Juan Carlos, 76, told a stunned Spanish nation that "a new generation must be at the forefront ... younger people with new energies." So, who is the woman who will be at the new King Felipe's side? 1. Career Woman A "commoner" and divorcee, Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano, 41, comes from a professional middle-class family. A well-known TV presenter and reporter (her father and grandmother...
- 6/2/2014
- by Nina Biddle
- PEOPLE.com
King Juan Carlos announced Monday that he is abdicating - handing the Spanish throne over to his son Prince Felipe. That will make the wife of 46-year-old Felipe, Princess Letizia, queen consort, but she will be known as Queen Letizia. Juan Carlos, 76, told a stunned Spanish nation that "a new generation must be at the forefront ... younger people with new energies." So, who is the woman who will be at the new King Felipe's side? 1. Career Woman A "commoner" and divorcee, Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano, 41, comes from a professional middle-class family. A well-known TV presenter and reporter (her father and grandmother...
- 6/2/2014
- by Nina Biddle
- PEOPLE.com
We have added a new set of pictures from the event "Spanish Royal Family Attends Armed Forces Day".Princess Letizia Ortiz attending Armed Forces Day 2012 in Spain.Photo copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos. King Juan Carlos, Queen Sofia attending Armed Forces Day 2012 in Spain.Photo copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz attending Armed Forces Day 2012 in Spain.Photo copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos. Prince Felipe, Princess Letizia Ortiz attending Armed Forces Day 2012 in Spain.Photo copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos. King Juan Carlos, Queen Sofia - Armed Forces Day 2012 Spanish Royal Family Attends Military Parade - Valladolid - Valladolid, Spain © Solarpix / PR Photos Prince Felipe, Princess Letizia Ortiz - Armed Forces Day...
- 6/7/2012
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
We have added a new set of pictures of Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain.Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends the 50th Anniversary of Club Internacional de Prensa in Madrid on April 18, 2012. Photo copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends the 50th Anniversary of Club Internacional de Prensa in Madrid on April 18, 2012. Photo copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends the 50th Anniversary of Club Internacional de Prensa in Madrid on April 18, 2012. Photo copyright by Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends the 50th Anniversary of Club Internacional de Prensa in Madrid on April 18, 2012. Photo copyright by Solarpix / PR...
- 4/21/2012
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
Queen Sofia of Spain - Spanish Royal Family Receives Spanish Diplomats at the Royal Palace in Madrid. Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain, Felipe, Prince of Asturias, Queen Sofia of Spain and King Juan Carlos of Spain Spanish Royal Family Receives Spanish Diplomats at the Royal Palace in Madrid. Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. King Juan Carlos of Spain and Queen Sofia of Spain - Spanish Royal Family Receives Spanish Diplomats at the Royal Palace in Madrid. Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain - Spanish Royal Family Receives Spanish Diplomats at the Royal Palace in Madrid. Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz...
- 1/26/2012
- by M&C
- Monsters and Critics
Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends a childrens performance at the Galileo Cultural in Madrid.Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends a childrens performance at the Galileo Cultural in Madrid.Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends a childrens performance at the Galileo Cultural in Madrid.Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends a childrens performance at the Galileo Cultural in Madrid.Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain attends a childrens performance at the Galileo Cultural in Madrid.Photo copyright Solarpix / PR Photos. 01/11/2012 - Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain - Princess Letizia Ortiz of Spain Attends a...
- 1/12/2012
- by M&C
- Monsters and Critics
MADRID -- More than 25 million viewers tuned in Saturday to watch Spain's Prince Felipe marry former anchorwoman Letizia Ortiz, breaking all-time Spanish television records, according to audience figures released Monday. Spanish pubcaster Television Espanola, the only channel allowed to orchestrate the broadcast with its own cameras, led audience share with 55.1% of viewers, while rival networks Antena 3 (14%) and Telecinco (17%) transmitted the same images with their respective anchors and commentators. The rain-drenched entrance of the bride into Madrid's main cathedral was not the most-watched moment, but rather it was when the couple left the cathedral and walked under the drawn-sword arch, with some 13.6 million viewers watching. Prince Felipe is next in line for the Spanish throne behind his father, King Juan Carlos I. His new bride -- a divorcee -- is one of Spain's most recognizable faces, having been the anchorwoman for the most-watched nightly news program on TVE before the couple's engagement.
- 5/25/2004
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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