Princess Leonor issues passionate plea to Spain as she swears loyalty to constitution
Princess Leonor turned 18 today
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Princess Leonor of Spain issued a passionate plea to Spain today as she swore loyalty to the constitution.
The 18-year-old can now officially act as regent when her father, King Felipe, is unable to carry out duties.
Princess Leonor will be Spain's first reigning Queen in over 150 years. The teen royal stated her commitment to the Spanish people, and in turn asked the public to trust in her as she became a Queen-in-waiting.
Princess Leonor swore an oath to the constitution
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Leonor wore her hair in a sleek low ponytail, which she teamed with a striking fitted white suit.
The princess's white suit was reminiscent of the gorgeous ensemble Queen Letizia wore after becoming engaged to King Felipe in 2003.
Today's nationally televised ceremony symbolised the continuity of Spain's parliamentary monarchy and the institution’s allegiance to the lower house of Parliament.
After kissing both of her parents on the cheek, Leonor addressed the crowd.
Princess Leonor will be the future Queen of Spain
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She said: "I very well understand and am aware of what my duty is and what my responsibilities entail."
After delivering the oath, Princess Leonor received a standing ovation.
Once the ceremony was over, Leonor was presented with medals of Congress and The Senate.
King Felipe then offered a sweet fatherly gesture by stepping in to adjust his eldest daughter's ponytail.
Princess Leonor wore a crisp white suit
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This was so the heavy-looking medals could be seen around her neck.
Princess Leonor became the heir to the throne once her father became King in 2014.
Her grandfather, Juan Carlos I, abdicated in 2014 after an elephant-hunting scandal broke out that concerned his son-in-law.
The former monarch now lives in Abu Dhabi in exile.