King Juan Carlos , 76 , of Spain said he will abdicate the throne and pass the crown to his son . Queen Elizabeth shows no inclination to step down for Prince Charles or Prince William . Comment: Historically , British monarchs stay on their thrones until they die . Chernock : Monarchy is about perseverance ; princes might have a long wait .
King Juan Carlos , 76 , of Spain said he will abdicate the throne and pass the crown to his son . Queen Elizabeth shows no inclination to step down for Prince Charles or Prince William . Arianne Chernock : Historically , British monarchs stay on their thrones until they die . Chernock : Monarchy is about perseverance ; princes might have a long wait .