While the famous singer spends his winter holidays in a luxury mansion in the Caribbean, his half-brother and half-sister are enjoying a peaceful life in Jacksonville, USA. Jamie and Ruth Iglesias, the children of Dr. Iglesias Puga and American Ronna Keitt, have long chosen to live away from the spotlight. Their days are spent in an exclusive neighborhood, where they can afford not to think about fame or tabloid gossip.
This year is especially significant for the family: twenty years ago, they lost their father, a man who made a notable mark in the history of medicine and the lives of his children. Memories of him are particularly vivid during these holiday weeks. Ronna Keitt, who devoted herself to raising her son and daughter, has often said she strives to keep their Spanish heritage and their father’s memory alive. She emphasizes that the doctor was a humble man, disliked excessive attention, and always valued the simple joys of life.
Family history
Dr. Iglesias Puga, a renowned gynecologist, was married twice. His first wife, Maria del Rosario de la Cueva, gave him two sons—Julio and Carlos. After their divorce and a string of high-profile romances, he met Ronna Keitt, a young model who had come to Spain to study the language. Their relationship quickly grew into a strong family, and soon after moving to the United States, Jamie and Ruth were born.
The family settled in the prestigious Jacksonville Golf and Country Club residential complex. Here, the children grew up in comfort and care, far from the hustle and scrutiny of the press. Ronna Keith always tried to shield them from unnecessary stress so that they could study and develop in peace.
Life Away from the Spotlight
Jamie and Ruth grew up accustomed to privacy. Jamie, the eldest, chose music for himself but did not follow in his famous brother’s footsteps. His passion is the piano, and he prefers to stay in the background, not seeking the stage. People describe him as reserved, intelligent, and kind.
Ruth, on the other hand, is drawn to sports. She is passionate about martial arts and has achieved considerable success. In addition, she is active on social media, occasionally sharing personal stories. One of her videos about her parents’ love went viral and resonated with followers. In it, she compared her family to characters from a popular TV series, emphasizing that true feelings do not always fit into conventional norms.
Connection to Spain
Despite the distance, both families remain in touch. Julio Iglesias and his wife regularly communicate with Ronna Keith and her children, though most often by phone. When Ruth was born, Julio and his wife were the first to hear the happy news. It is important to Ronna that the children do not forget their Spanish roots and always remember their father’s family.
Today, Jamie and Ruth are adults, studying at university and building their own lives. Their mother notes that she now has more freedom to pursue her passions and explore new horizons. However, family traditions and memories of Dr. Iglesias remain an integral part of their lives.
In case you didn’t know, Julio Iglesias is one of Spain’s most famous performers, with a career that began in the 1960s. His father, Julio Iglesias Puga, was not only an outstanding doctor but also a prominent figure in Spanish high society. The Iglesias family has always attracted public attention, but the doctor’s younger children chose a quieter, more measured life in the United States while still maintaining connections to Spanish traditions and relatives.
