Common questions about Mary Boleyn

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Mary Boleyn born?

Mary Boleyn was born between the 1st of January 1499 and the 31st of December 1500. She was likely the eldest of the three surviving Boleyn children.

Who was Mary Boleyn's first husband?

Mary Boleyn married William Carey on the 4th of February 1520. The wedding was attended by King Henry VIII himself.

When did Mary Boleyn die?

Mary Boleyn died of unknown causes on the 19th or the 30th of July 1543. She most likely died at Rochford Hall in Essex.

Who was Mary Boleyn's second husband?

Mary Boleyn secretly married William Stafford in 1534. The couple were banished from court when Mary became pregnant.

What happened to Mary Boleyn's children?

Mary Boleyn's children Catherine Carey and Henry Carey 1st Baron Hunsdon played significant roles in the Tudor court. Catherine became a maid-of-honour to Queen Elizabeth I and Henry was ennobled by Queen Elizabeth I.