King Juan Carlos will not attend either the wake or the burial of Irene of Greece on medical advice
King Juan Carlos has confirmed he will not attend the wake in Madrid or the burial in Athens for Irene of Greece due to medical advice following her death at the age of 83.
Juan Carlos I, the only member of the Royal Family absent from the farewell in Spain for his sister-in-law Irene of Greece: "He refuses to come and won't sleep in Zarzuela"
King Juan Carlos I notably skipped the farewell for his sister-in-law Irene of Greece, declining to attend the family's vigil at Zarzuela Palace and stating he would not stay there.
A Rebel Princess... and Good
Princess Irene of Greece has passed away following a long illness, leaving behind cherished memories with her family including her sister and several nephews.