Net Worth: $10 Million
Category: Richest Politicians › Royals
Overview
Infanta Elena, Duchess of Lugo, is a member of the Spanish royal family with a net worth of $10 million. She is the eldest daughter of King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofia, and the older sister of King Felipe VI and Infanta Cristina. Known for her royal duties and public engagements, Infanta Elena has maintained an active presence in representing the Spanish monarchy.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Elena María Isabel Dominica de Silos de Borbón y Grecia
- Title: Duchess of Lugo
- Birthdate: December 20, 1963
- Birthplace: Madrid, Spain
- Parents: King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofia
- Siblings: King Felipe VI and Infanta Cristina
- Children: Two (a daughter and a son)
Education and Early Life
Infanta Elena studied French literature in Paris, where she met her future husband. As the eldest child of King Juan Carlos I, she was deeply involved in the royal family’s public life and official duties from an early age.
Marriage and Family Life
- Marriage:
In 1995, Elena married Jaime de Marichalar y Sáenz de Tejada, and her father conferred upon her the lifetime title of Duchess of Lugo. - Children:
The couple has two children:- Felipe Juan Froilán de Todos los Santos de Marichalar y Borbón (born 1998)
- Victoria Federica de Todos los Santos de Marichalar y Borbón (born 2000)
- Separation and Divorce:
- In 2007, the couple announced their separation.
- The divorce was finalized in 2009 and registered in 2010.
- Following the divorce, Jaime de Marichalar lost his official status within the royal family and could no longer use the ducal title.
Royal Duties and Public Engagements
Infanta Elena has been an active representative of the Spanish monarchy, participating in numerous official events and international visits, including trips to the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Peru, Argentina, and the Philippines.
Line of Succession
As the eldest child of King Juan Carlos I, Infanta Elena is third in line to the Spanish throne, following her younger brother King Felipe VI and his children. Despite her position, she has taken a backseat in royal affairs since the rise of her brother as King.
Net Worth Details
Infanta Elena’s $10 million net worth is derived from her royal inheritance and her work as a representative of the Spanish monarchy. Her wealth also reflects her contributions to official duties and her standing as a member of one of Europe’s most prominent royal families.
