Princess Letizia Ortiz will soon become the next Queen of Spain as King Juan Carlos announced his abdication after ruling the country for 39 years on Monday (June 2, 2014). He will be succeeded by his son, Letizia’s 46-year-old husband, Prince Felipe de Borbon. TAGS: Princess Kate Middleton fashion, kate middleton dress, princess tiara, princess dresses, princess wedding dress, princess wedding dresses