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Princess Irene, Sister of Spain's Queen Sofia, Dies

Published January 15, 2026, 14:19
Princess Irene, Sister of Spain's Queen Sofia, Dies

Princess Irene, sister of Spain's Queen Sofia, has died at the age of 83 in Madrid, due to complications from her health. Queen Sofia had recently cancelled her engagements due to her sister's deteriorating health. Princess Irene was born in South Africa and lived in Greece for many years before moving permanently to Spain in 2018, where she acquired Spanish citizenship. With her death, Queen Sofia loses a close confidante and companion, as Princess Irene had lived in the Zarzuela Palace since 1981. The family has not publicized the names of the victims out of respect.