The wedding to Cayetano Martínez de Irujo, one of Spain’s most eligible bachelors, inevitably brought Bárbara Miryan into the public eye—a woman who had previously preferred to stay out of the spotlight. This event became a true sensation in social circles, prompting the press to gather every bit of information about the woman who had managed to win the heart of a descendant of the Dukes of Alba. For a long time, her biography remained a mystery, but the ceremony at the Las Arroyuelas estate lifted the veil slightly on her identity and background.
Her family has always avoided publicity. Her father, Javier Miryan, a successful businessman with Lebanese roots, and her mother, Lourdes Allende, never sought appearances in glossy magazines. At the wedding, one of the key figures was the bride’s maternal grandmother, Teresa España. Bárbara enjoyed an incredibly warm and trusting relationship with her since childhood, and her presence at the ceremony was especially meaningful.
Those around her describe Bárbara as a young woman who, from an early age, impressed everyone with her maturity and a seriousness beyond her years. She excelled at her studies, handling both science and humanities subjects with equal ease. It seemed there was nothing she couldn’t do. However, there was one area that eluded her: music—specifically, playing the piano. She tried to learn three times and each time had to admit defeat, eventually abandoning the pursuit.
The foundation of her character was laid at the prestigious British Runnymede College, located in Madrid’s exclusive La Moraleja district. Her parents envisioned her future as that of a worldly, cosmopolitan, and educated woman. The goal was achieved: Bárbara is fluent in five languages, opening any door for her. From her mother and grandmother, she inherited the key traits of her character—remarkable persistence and the ability to achieve her goals—which undoubtedly helped her in both her career and personal life.
She began her professional journey with a summer internship at the law firm Palacio & Asociados, where she gained her first significant experience. The wedding celebration brought together everyone who played a key role in her development. Among the guests was Rebeca Salama, an Oxford-educated specialist who dedicated herself to palliative care in the UK. Also present were her private tutors, such as Natalia Yazánovich, who taught her French. For Bárbara, this day was not just about tying the knot—it was an opportunity to gather all the dear people who contributed to her upbringing and education.
