King Felipe VI Visits Jaume Anglada in Hospital

Royal Support for Injured Musician

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Over the weekend of September 8, King Felipe VI took a short trip to Mallorca to visit the well-known Mallorcan musician Jaume Anglada in the hospital. He was accompanied by Queen Letizia. Anglada has been in inpatient care since the serious motorcycle accident about a month ago and is on the road to recovery — slowly, but surely.

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How the Visit Came About

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The accident caused consternation in the island scene: A car hit Anglada, who was subsequently brought to hospital injured. The driver left the scene initially, but was later apprehended by the police. Such news weighs on people here quickly; you know the streets, the curves — and the drivers who are sometimes traveling too fast.

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For many the surprising moment: a royal couple who takes time to inquire personally. In Palma, yesterday people were saying, "this is a good sign" and "glad they are coming." The royal gesture doesn't feel like a protocol appointment on the island, but more like a visit among friends.

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Reactions and Atmosphere

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In the hospital there was a calm, almost tense atmosphere. Relatives, friends and some colleagues of the musician were present; flowers lay on the windowsill. Of course there are no great details about the conversation between Felipe, Letizia and Anglada — that remains private. But it is clear: the musician has support, nationally and locally.

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What remains: The hope that Anglada can fully recover and that the incident provides an opportunity to talk about road safety on the island roads. For many here, music is part of daily life — concerts, small gigs in cafes, chats after performances. When a well-known voice like his is missing, you feel it.

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We wish Jaume Anglada peace, good recovery and a swift return to Mallorca's stages. And perhaps also a few extra precautions on the roads to prevent this from happening again.