Sara Carbonero marked her sister Irene's birthday with a personal message on social media, around three months after their mother, Goyi Arévalo, died following a long illness. Arévalo died on 12 April 2026, Spanish media reported. Carbonero acknowledged the emotional weight of the celebration, describing the day as especially difficult and praising Irene's strength in the face of adversity.
Alongside her message, Carbonero posted photos from their childhood and shared experiences, highlighting the close bond between the sisters. She described Irene as a source of support for the family, able to stay positive and caring through difficult times. Her tribute also recognized Irene's sacrifices and her instinct to comfort others, often putting the family's needs first.
The message echoed the sisters' public expressions of care after their mother's death. In a post reproduced by ¡Hola!, Irene wrote that she and Sara were trying to look after one another. Carbonero replied, “Beautiful. I will take care of you,” and described the family as “closer than ever” as they supported one another through their grief.
Carbonero ended with a wish for better times ahead for Irene, hoping she would soon find happiness after a period marked by loss. She recalled a shared memory from New York and said she hoped the sisters would keep finding moments of joy together, despite life's difficulties. The post drew attention from followers to the importance of family support during grief.
The family's efforts to celebrate impressive occasions while grieving were also visible later that year. In October 2026, Irene attended the baptism of her son Darío at the parish of Santa María de Caná in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, with her partner, Patricio Martínez, and their other child, Leo. ¡Hola! described it as the family's first major celebration without Arévalo. Reflecting on the occasion, Sara wrote that it was possible “to find strength and feel hopeful even when your heart hurts,” and expressed gratitude for her family.
Carbonero's birthday tribute and the family's later gathering show how personal milestones can carry particular weight after a bereavement. The sisters' own messages focused on remembrance and practical support for one another, while the celebrations gave them a chance to stay connected as a family. Their public posts also show how social media can offer space to express grief and solidarity alongside moments of joy.
