Fernando Ónega, a Spanish journalist and political analyst, died on March 3, 2026.
Born on June 15, 1947, he wrote several books on recent Spanish history and important figures. Ónega served as press director for the government of Adolfo Suárez and later worked as a radio journalist, including as news director at Cadena SER.
He also wrote Suárez’s speeches “I can promise” and “I do promise,” which became closely associated with Spain’s transition to democracy. Among his children were the journalists Cristina Ónega and Sonsoles Ónega.
Fernando Ónega López (15 June 1947 – 3 March 2026) was a Spanish journalist and political analyst. He wrote several books that covered the recent history of Spain and important figures.