The story of the Iglesias family has always attracted public attention, but few knew what really happened behind the closed doors of their home. Ruth Iglesias, the youngest daughter of renowned Spanish doctor Julio Iglesias Puga—better known as Papuchi—and American Ronna Keith, decided to set the record straight. For the first time in a long while, she spoke openly about her mother’s life, the inheritance, and what it means to be part of such an extraordinary family.
Papuchi and Ronna met in Spain when there was nearly a fifty-year age difference between them. Despite this, their relationship lasted for ten years, during which they had two children—first Jaime, then Ruth. Notably, Ruth was born after her father’s death, and her childhood was spent far from media noise and press attention.
According to her daughter, Ronna Keith was never the poor or desperate woman often depicted by the media. She had a higher education and was planning to become a lawyer when she met Papuchi. “My mom was not desperate; she had her own goals and ambitions,” Ruth emphasizes, challenging prevailing stereotypes.
Life after Papuchi
After the death of Julio Iglesias Puga, the family’s fate changed. Papuchi’s older children, including the famous singer Julio Iglesias, were already well off and did not need support. As a result, the majority of the inheritance went to Ronna and her children, including two apartments in Madrid, a flat in Peñíscola, and property in Philadelphia.
The family spends the summer months in Peñíscola, where Ruth says they feel a special connection to their father’s memory. It’s here that the children can just be themselves, free from the pressure of the Iglesias name. Far from the hustle of the capital and media attention, they enjoy the sea and the peace and quiet.
After losing her husband, Ronna didn’t retreat into herself. Instead, she invested part of her inheritance into starting her own business, founding several companies. Among them are Evergreen LLC, Roig Resources LLC, Jaime’s Corner LLC, and El Tesoro de Ruth LLC. Today, only one of these ventures remains active—a company focused on gas and oil extraction and sales—where Ronna serves as the sole administrator.
Family values
Ruth notes that despite all the challenges, her family has always been her top priority. She fondly recalls trips to Galicia and gatherings with friends who became like a second family. “We weren’t just heirs, we were beloved children,” she says.
Now that Ruth is an adult, she’s determined to pursue independence and realize her own dreams. She says her mother has always supported her in every endeavor and taught her not to be afraid to be herself. That support became the true foundation on which Ruth is building her life.
On social media, Ruth often faces criticism about the age difference between her parents. She repeats tirelessly: “There was love between them, not calculation.” It’s important for her that people stop judging the family by appearances and see the real story—a story of respect, care, and mutual support.
A New Chapter
Today, Ronna Keith lives in Jacksonville, Florida, far from Spanish TV cameras and high society. She has dedicated herself to her children and her business, striving to give them everything she can. Ruth, in turn, is learning to be independent and take responsibility for her own destiny.
The Iglesias-Keith family avoids the spotlight, preferring to remain in the background. Yet their story is an example of how to preserve dignity and inner strength despite challenges and public pressure. Their lives have seen love, loss, and bold new beginnings.
Ruth believes her father’s legacy is not just about material wealth, but about forging your own path without worrying about others’ opinions. She’s unafraid to speak the truth and defend her family from unfair accusations. It seems this very trait is what she inherited from both of her parents.
In case you didn’t know, Julio Iglesias Puga, known as Papuchi, was not only the father of the famous singer, but also a respected doctor in Spain. His life was filled with remarkable events, and his personal story was a frequent topic in the press. After her husband’s passing, Ronna Keith, his last wife, turned to entrepreneurship and raising their children, managing to remain independent and secure her family’s future.
