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A woman being presented with an award from Queen Letizia of Spain truly suffered a mishap at the worst time – when she tripped while going up to collect her prize.
According to El Español, the winner was María de los Ángeles García Antón, who is on the board of the Spanish Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology.
She was being celebrated at a World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day event at the Circulo de Bellas Artes in Madrid today.
In videos of the blunder online, an excited María can be seen being helped up some steps when her name was called – before suddenly slipping down, as the Queen and others on stage rush to help her up.
After everyone ensured she was alright, the royal, 50, put her arms around the winner in a quick side hug, appearing to check that all was OK.
La reacción de la reina Letizia ante la caída de una mujer a la que iba a entregar un premio
En el Círculo de Bellas Artes se ha vivido un momento ciertamente anecdótico: una de las premiadas ha tropezado al subir al escenario pic.twitter.com/2IlgGgPjeL
— EL ESPAÑOL (@elespanolcom) May 30, 2023
A woman being presented with an award from Queen Letizia of Spain truly suffered a mishap at the worst time – when she tripped while going up to collect her prize
According to El Español , the unlucky winner is María de los Ángeles García Antón, who is on the board of the Spanish Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology
María graciously smiled the accident off, bowing to applause as she accepted the award.
Letizia was effortlessly elegant in a chic patterned €325 (£280.88) Philippa1970 dress as she attended the engagement, donning a perfectly summery ensemble as she commemorated the organisation’s staff and volunteers, who provide tireless support for vulnerable communities across the globe.
The button-up design featured an eye-catching print and warm hues of oranges and reds contrasted with darker blue.
She sported black stiletto heels and accessorised with a £1,100 Carolina Herrera bag in a fun, bubblegum pink.
The mother-of-two opted for a simple dewy make-up look, styling her chestnut tresses in relaxed waves.
Letizia presided over today’s celebrations, which focus on Red Cross’s international humanitarian work.
The Queen was pictured chatting, smiling and posing for photos with María del Mar Pageo, Spanish Red Cross’s new president.
The organisation has more than 263,000 volunteers in Spain.
She was being celebrated at a World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day event at the Circulo de Bellas Artes in Madrid today
In videos of the blunder online, an excited María can be seen being helped up some steps when her name was called – before suddenly slipping down, as the Queen and others on stage rush to help her up
Letizia was pictured giving a speech at the event which celebrated the Red Cross community efforts
Queen Letizia of Spain was effortlessly elegant in a chic patterned dress as she attended a World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day in Madrid today
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, which was on May 8, celebrates everyone who supports the movement.
It comes as last week, the Spanish Royal Family put on a glamorous display at Princess Sofia’s Confirmation ceremony in Madrid by opting for outfits in varying shades of pink.
Princess Sofia, 16, proved she’s a fashion force in the making as she dazzled in a fuchsia jumpsuit for the religious ceremony.
The European royal opted for a show-stopping hot pink outfit to attend the ceremony at the Church of la Asunción de Nuestra Señora.
Queen Letizia and King Felipe’s youngest daughter chose a wide-legged one-piece for her big day.
The royal, 50, donned a perfectly summery ensemble as she commemorated the organisation’s staff and volunteers
The button-up ensemble featured an eye-catching print and warm hues of oranges and reds contrasted with darker blue
The mother-of-two opted for a simple dewy make-up look, styling her chestnut tresses in relaxed waves
Letizia presided over today’s celebrations, which focus on Red Cross’s international humanitarian work
Letizia’s dress, which features colourful patterns, tied at the waist to cinch the royal’s silhouette
Letizia opted for a simple make-up look, focusing on her eyes, and kept jewellery minimal for the engagement
Letizia grinned while chatting with attendees of today’s event, held in Madrid, as she donned a colourful dress
The royal opted for fun warm colours, like oranges and pinks, as she welcomed the summer season
The vibrant sleeveless jumpsuit featured a small cut-out right above the waist and had an elegant criss-cross top.
The stunning young royal completed her ensemble with a pair of nude Mary Jane-style flats and a light pink clutch bag with gold studs.
Sofia styled her long brown hair in loose waves and opted for minimal makeup for the religious service.
Along with a few coats of mascara, Sofia added a sweep of rosy pink lipstick.
Meanwhile, Queen Letizia, 50, looked every inch the proud parent for her daughter’s Confirmation.
Matching with her youngest daughter, the mother-of-two donned a chic light pink crepe top with voluminous sleeves.
Letizia was all smiles as she arrived at the World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day event in Madrid
Letizia chatted with other guests, appearing caught up in conversation, as they all posed for a photo
The Queen appeared in high spirits as she attended today’s celebrations at the Circulo de Bellas Artes
The Queen was pictured chatting, smiling and posing for photos with María del Mar Pageo (right), Spanish Red Cross’s new president
The Spanish royal smiled for the cameras as she appeared to enjoy today’s engagement in Madrid
She then tucked this into some white culottes and finished off her outfit with some matching espadrille wedges.
Oozing effortless glamour, Letizia was pictured with a brown smokey eye and a nude lip.
The Queen completed her sophisticated look with some gold dangly earrings and a white leather handbag with a gold chain.
What’s more, Letizia’s mother-in-law Sofia, 84, also appeared to get the fashion memo as she opted for a pretty light pink blazer with an intricate floral pattern.
Meanwhile, Letizia’s eldest daughter Princess Leonor, 17, wore a sophisticated red floral dress with blue suede espadrilles.
Tying into the dress code, Letizia’s mother Paloma Rocasolano, 71, looked elegant in a salmon tweed jacket and skirt which she paired with a grey velvet clutch.
King Felipe, 55, looked dapper in a dark grey suit while Letizia’s father Jesus Ortiz was suitably smart in a navy style.
Following the ceremony, Letizia, Paloma and her mother-in-law Sofia walked out of the church arm-in-arm.
