In the colossal magnitude of his public and private life, Jose Bono He has always been a man of twists and turns. This December 14, upon turning 74, the former president of Castilla-La Mancha and president of Congress, and Zapatero’s Minister of Defense, faces a moment that could summarize his entire existence: a man who has not only lived intensely the ups and downs of Spanish politics, but also those of a complex family relationship and a surprising personal metamorphosis. And among all this, his last weakness seems to be Tangier, the African city that has stolen his soul, or at least, his heart.
The political and personal destiny of José Bono
Born in 1948 in the small town of Salobre, Bono showed from his youth a deep devotion to social justice. His childhood marked by the loss of his mother at the age of 15 was the spark that ignited his dreams of becoming a priest. However, his life took him on other paths. He studied law, joined the law firm Enrique Tierno Galván and, in 1977, the Atocha massacre was the moment that, according to what he himself has said, pushed him to become fully involved in politics. It was in the PSOE where his figure was consolidated, reaching the heart of power, first as regional president and then as president of Congress.
However, his personal life also has a story to tell. In 1980, he married Ana Rodrigueza Guatemalan woman who was his inseparable companion until their separation in 2010. They had four children together, but despite the physical distance, Bono has publicly recognized Ana’s fundamental influence on his life, stating that she was his “companion, his lover, his wife and his support“. A testimony of the solidity of a relationship that transcended difficulties.
The turn towards Morocco: from enemy to friend
If something defines the figure of José Bono, it is his ability to change his mind with a speed that leaves more than one speechless. Its relationship with Morocco is the clearest example. In 2010, in the context of growing diplomatic tension between Spain and the Alawite kingdom, Bono did not hesitate to affirm that Morocco was not a country “amigo“However, the passage of time and political changes in Spain, especially with the government of Pedro Sánchez, have caused Bono to completely review his position.
Today, the former president of Congress appears before the media stating that relations between Spain and Morocco are at their “highest point“. What was once a “I don’t like you“has given way to a”we are the best friends“. A contradiction, yes, but also a reflection of Bono’s political agility, who has known how to adapt to the times. His speech on Morocco, like many others in his career, follows the rule of politics: what yesterday It was a resounding statement, today it becomes a new narrative adapted to the circumstances.
Tangier, Bono’s new passion
If there is something that reflects the most recent turn in José Bono’s life, it is his relationship with Tangier. The Moroccan city, previously a simple name on his agenda, has acquired an unexpected relevance in his life. Bono has not only acquired a residence there; has transformed his relationship with the city into an emblem of his personal renewal. What he owns is not a simple apartment, but a luxury mansion, an architectural piece that reflects his comfort and success.
Tangier, that city that in his youth he saw as a kind of Wild West on the map of international relations, has become Bono’s dream corner. The mansion, which stands as a real estate jewel, is now the former minister’s refuge, a space where not only his political and economic successes are sheltered, but also his desire for escape and enjoyment. Tangier, converted into a luxury tourist destination thanks to the king’s impulse Mohammed VIis the place where Bono has found a new meaning in life, away from the spotlights of Madrid and closer to the golden lights of Africa.
The business empire and fortune of José Bono
As a businessman, José Bono has known how to diversify his interests with the same skill with which he moved in the corridors of power. From horse racing to real estate companies, through consulting and renewable energy, Bono has built a business empire that, although it has not always been profitable on a large scale, reflects his ability to adapt to new fields. The jewel of his fortune is, without a doubt, the Hípica de Toledo, although this business is not the one that has provided him with the greatest profits.
Likewise, his other companies, such as Ahorros Familiares Saja SL and Joasa 2012 SL, are also part of this economic network that, together with its diversification of assets worth 5.8 million euros, has consolidated Bono as a man business with an outstanding financial position. Although the profitability of some of his projects remains uncertain, the truth is that Bono has known how to move his chips skillfully, transforming his life into a success story, both personally and financially.
The 74th birthday gift: Tangier, the African dream
This December 14, José Bono celebrates his 74th birthday with the tranquility of someone who knows that he has come a long road, full of twists, changes of direction and unexpected decisions. And on this day, there is no doubt that Tangier, his new African passion, is one of the most precious gifts that life has given him. That African dream, which a few years ago seemed distant, now stands as the symbol of its rebirth, a place where the politician, the businessman and the dreamer meet in harmony. Tangier, that city that you previously only imagined, is now your refuge. And apparently, it’s the best gift he could receive on his 74th birthday.
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