King Felipe honors Queen Sofia with Order of the Golden Fleece

King Felipe of Spain has awarded his mother, Queen Sofia, the Order of the Golden Fleece, recognizing her decades of service to Spain and the Crown. This honor was announced in an official state bulletin on January 10, 2025. The award was granted on October 29, 2024, just days before Queen Sofia's 86th birthday. King Felipe expressed his appreciation for her dedication and commitment to the monarchy. Queen Sofia, originally from Greece, married former King Juan Carlos I in 1962. The Order of the Golden Fleece is one of Spain's highest honors, previously awarded to notable figures including Queen Elizabeth II.