A New Beginning Abroad
Since the scandal of the Nóos case broke out, the life of Infanta Cristina and her family has been tumultuous. This event left deep marks on the Spanish royal family, especially on Cristina and her children. As a result, the family chose to seek refuge abroad, first in Washington and then in Geneva, where Infanta Cristina decided to reside with her youngest daughter.
The role of Juan Urdangarin
Juan Urdangarin played a crucial role within the family during these difficult times, protecting his siblings and distancing himself from his grandfather, Juan Carlos I. As his father’s defender, he held the monarchy responsible for the family’s adversities and demanded his grandfather’s intervention. in divorce and other related issues.
School Challenges and Maternal Protection
In addition to assuming a leadership role within the family to protect his siblings, Juan had to face bullying during his adolescence. The insults and derogatory comments, both on the street and in the school environment, deeply affected his emotional well-being.
These unpleasant episodes led Cristina to take drastic measures to protect her son. She intervened with the school administration to address the bullying Juan was experiencing, but the situation barely improved. The insults continued, leading the family to make the decision to leave Spain in search of a new beginning in Washington. Once there, Infanta Cristina sought professional help for Juan, who needed medical assistance to overcome the emotional consequences of bullying.
Personal Improvement and Development
After graduation and after overcoming his darkest years, Juan decided to take a sabbatical year, dedicated to participating in social aid projects. Subsequently, he enrolled at the University of Essex in the United Kingdom, where he studied International Relations and completed his bachelor’s degree in three years.
Juan currently lives in London, where he works for an international aid organisation and shares a flat with other colleagues. He has managed to become independent and develop personally. However, four years ago he started taking medical treatment again. For him, this is a good way of coping with the complicated situations that life has brought him. The separation of his parents has not been easy for him either.
