On October 5, 2025, Miranda Rijnsburger, the Dutch model and devoted partner of one of Spain’s most renowned performers, celebrates her sixtieth birthday. For over three decades, she has shared her life with Julio Iglesias, yet she manages to remain one of the most private figures in show business. Her name seldom appears in headlines, and public appearances together can be counted on one hand. Even their wedding, which took place fifteen years ago at their residence on the Costa del Sol, was held in strict secrecy, with only their closest circle and household staff present.
However, behind this outward tranquility lies a story of remarkable resilience, forged through hardship. More than forty years ago, when Miranda was just nineteen, her life was nearly cut short. While vacationing at the Sauerland ski resort in Germany, she suffered a severe injury after falling on a black run. The following six months became a cycle of pain and grueling rehabilitation. According to those close to her, this turning point shaped her unbreakable character, teaching her to value life and not be distracted by trivialities. This experience prepared her for any challenges, both personal and professional, that lay ahead.
After recovering from an injury, Miranda moved to Rotterdam, where she planned to continue her studies and pursue a modeling career. Originally from the small Dutch town of Leimuiden, she was a sought-after model in Europe in the late 1980s, collaborating with well-known brands and glossy magazines. Her runway career was bright but brief. In 1990, an encounter at Jakarta airport changed everything. Julio Iglesias was instantly captivated by her beauty and, as the story goes, immediately told his friends that this woman would become his wife.
This year has been a special one for the couple, marked by memorable milestones: 35 years together, their 15th wedding anniversary, the singer’s 82nd birthday, and, of course, Miranda’s 60th birthday. Their twin daughters, Victoria and Cristina, occasionally share family moments on social media, but even there, photos of their parents are a rarity. The couple deliberately protect their privacy, preferring the calm of their family haven to the bustle of social events and the flashes of cameras.
