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Henry VIII of England

King of England from 1509 to 1547 (1491–1547)

Six marriages, three children who each reigned, and a break with Rome driven by the search for a male heir. The Tudor family story turns on his decisions.

  • CrownMonarch of England
  • HouseHouse of Tudor
  • Reign1509–1547
  • Parents2 known
  • Siblings7 known
  • Children12 known, 6 illegitimate or disputed

Crowns held

  • Monarch of England1509–1547
  • King of Ireland1542–1547

Marriages

Other partners

Relationships recorded without a marriage.

Parents

Siblings

Children

Stillborn or miscarried (4)

Succession questions

Family connections

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Henry VIII was King of England and Ireland from 22 April 1509 until his death in 1547.

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