Blanca Romero has publicly declared her affection for Carmen Flores, the mother of football manager Quique Sanchez Flores, sharing a warm tribute to her online. The Spanish model and actress published a photograph alongside her partner and his mother on Monday, November 2, highlighting the strong bond that has developed between her and one of Spain's most prominent families.
Romero accompanied the photograph with an affectionate message dedicated to Sanchez Flores and his mother. She described Carmen as the purest and most beautiful thing he possessed, adding that she loved her dearly.
The social media gesture comes as Romero and Sanchez Flores prepare to celebrate their first public anniversary. Romero first confirmed their romance on December 31, 2025, posting their first joint pictures online after weeks of speculation sparked by an evening the two had spent together in Madrid.
Overcoming Breakup Rumours
The couple's time together has not been entirely free from gossip. Speculation about a possible split emerged early in the year after several photographs disappeared from their social media profiles, leading commentators to question whether the relationship had ended.
Romero quickly addressed the rumours, speaking out about her emotional life and explaining that she deserved a healthy love. The couple subsequently appeared together on the streets of Madrid, strolling comfortably in public view and putting an end to the breakup reports.
Romero, a native of Gijon in Asturias, initially gained national fame as a fashion model on Spanish and international runways before moving into acting. Television viewers best know her for playing Irene in the hit teen drama series Fisica o Quimica, as well as her roles in prime-time dramas such as Bajo sospecha. She was previously married to Spanish bullfighter Cayetano Rivera Ordonez, with whom she tied the knot in 2001 before their divorce three years later.
Family Support and Bereavement
The bond between Romero and Sanchez Flores has also deepened through difficult personal moments. Sanchez Flores became one of Romero's primary pillars of support following the death of her father, staying by her side during several painful months of mourning.
During that challenging period, Romero grew closer to the Flores family, where Carmen Flores Ruiz occupies a central and revered position. The actress has established a warm rapport with her partner's mother, cementing her place within the wider family fold.
Despite celebrating her 90th birthday, Carmen continues to show extraordinary energy and enthusiasm for family life. In July 2025, she attended the wedding of her granddaughter Paty, celebrating with customary vitality while speaking with pride about her eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
The Flores Artistic Dynasty
Carmen Flores Ruiz belongs to one of the most famous cultural dynasties in modern Spanish history. She is the younger sister of the iconic entertainer Lola Flores, the legendary singer, dancer, and actress affectionately known across the Spanish-speaking world as La Faraona. Carmen established her own successful career as a copla and flamenco performer, recording dozens of albums and touring extensively across Spain and Latin America over several decades.
Her son, Enrique Sanchez Flores, better known as Quique, made his own mark in elite professional sport. The son of Carmen and the former Real Madrid defender Isidro Sanchez Garcia-Figueras, Quique enjoyed a distinguished playing career as a right-back for Valencia and Real Madrid, winning La Liga in 1995 and earning caps for the Spain national team.
After hanging up his boots, Sanchez Flores built a prominent coaching career that included stints in charge of Valencia, Benfica, Espanyol, Getafe, Sevilla, and English Premier League club Watford. His most celebrated managerial achievement came at Atletico Madrid, where he guided the side to glory in the 2010 UEFA Europa League and the European Super Cup.
With Romero now firmly integrated into the Flores household, the couple approach their first milestone anniversary with strong family backing. The warm tribute paid to Carmen shows that after a year marked by personal challenges and public scrutiny, their relationship continues to thrive across generations.
