Although Julio Iglesias’ estate in Ojén, near Marbella, is a meeting place for his relatives, the Spanish singer has no plans to go to the Costa del Sol this summer. About to turn 80 in September, Julio has preferred to keep busy in other projects and places, far from his native country.
According to his businessman friend José Hidalgo, who celebrated his 82nd birthday in Estepona with 400 renowned guests, Julio Iglesias has decided not to visit Spain due to his dissatisfaction with the country. The singer feels that he has not been valued enough despite carrying the name of Spain around the world during his successful artistic career. In addition, he was upset by the publication of a photo in which he appeared supported by two walking aids, an image that did not reflect his true state of health, “which is excellent.”
Away from the stage since before the pandemic, Julio Iglesias has been busy writing his autobiography and planning his return to the stage. However, his new and novel illusion is focused on the sea, as the artist is building a mega yacht in a shipyard in Poland.
Although Julio Iglesias has never been a fan of sailing in Miami waters, this new acquisition will allow him to enjoy the sea and explore new horizons. The construction process is underway, and the singer hopes to have it ready in the shortest possible time to embark on new journeys.
On the other hand, the president of Real Madrid, Florentino Pérez, has invited him to attend the inauguration of the Santiago Bernabéu stadium at the end of this year. This petition is based on Julio Iglesias’ relationship with the white club, where he played in his youth until an injury cut short his football career. His attendance has not yet been confirmed, but the singer is seriously considering the proposal.
In the celebration of José Hidalgo’s birthday, friends and prominent personalities were present, including Jesús Gil Marín, Fabio Capello, José Ramón de la Morena, Josep Pedrerol and other friends from different parts of the world.