The life of HENRY FITZROY, Duke of Richmond and Somerset | illegitimate son of Henry VIII | Tudors

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I knew about Henry Fitzroy, but always thought he was forgotten in the background. I never knew he was so involved in the court, parliament, or the king had any communication with him. This was so interesting!

It’s Henry trying to marry Henry Fitzroy to Mary Tudor for me. What does he think this is, ancient Egypt?

Long, high-bridged nose and small, pursed lips - no mistaking his resemblance to his father. Excellent video. Thanks, HC!

I never think much about Fitzroy because he died so young, but he really lived a lot in those 17 years.

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I like how much Henry doted on and paraded around Henry FitzRoy, only to kind of forget about him after his death and the birth of Edward. Henry really was like a toddler in that aspect. As soon as he found something shiny and new, he tossed out the old and went on his merry way 🙄

When I was a child I read one of those nice little historical fiction novels about the Tudor dynasty probably intended for young teenagers (this one was from the perspective of the teenage Mary I) and included a helpful family tree at the beginning of the book, and I remember seeing Henry Fitzroy, and being very confused how Henry VIII could have had a son with a woman he wasn't married with since I didnt know how the birds and the bees worked yet

He used his children as pawns. He terrorized his daughters and he killed their mothers, Catherine of Aragon indirectly and Anne Boleyn, brutally. He thought only of himself and loved only himself and yet, 500 years on we’re still fascinated by him. I think that says more about us than him. Always thought-provoking, HC. Thank you.

I really would love to see a Tudor era story that explored more about Henry Fitzroy. It’s generally always the usual folks paid attention on like Mary and Elizabeth when it comes to Henry’s kids, which admittedly is very understandable given their reigns and importance. But much like how the show Becoming Elizabeth gave a much more prominent and proper showing for Edward VI (beyond just the usual forgotten little kid treatment), I’m hoping another Tudor story can show more of Fitzroy’s personality and character.

Wow, I had no idea that King Henry was so open about his illegitimate son, showering him with all the gifts and titles. He seems like a nice , respectable boy, and Henry absolutely doted on him. A sad end of what could have been..

The Duke of Richmond does resemble his father in that portrait, but since there’s only the one image of him, and the artist was presumably strongly motivated to show the connection, who can really say if they truly looked alike? We can't even see what color his hair was. Thank you for another enjoyable and illuminating presentation!

I've seen the portrait of Henry Fitzroy before and never really noticed him having a facial resemblance to his father. But now that you mention it, yes, I can see it. And, from what we know of Henry VIII, that seems like something that would have only increased his affection and regard for Fitzroy. Incidentally, did you know that there was a 2000s television series in which Henry Fitzroy didn't die, he became a vampire and survived to the modern day, and currently lives in Canada helping a human woman to run a detective agency. I think it was called Blood Ties.

Thank you for this video. I've seen one or two about Henry Fitzroy before, but this ine is a true deep dive into his life.

I've always found that drawing interesting as his shirt is open. I don't remember seeing another portrait like that.

Gosh, 7 years old and could write that well.

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There's a sort of sad irony that both Henry's legitimate and illegitimate son seem to have died of a similar disease - at least by definitions of the time. And both died young, before they could act on any of the advantages they had in life by virtue of their parentage. Tbh as someone who works in education, sometimes with young boys ... Fitzroy's tutors sound like they're dealing with a standard issue teenage boy, and not coping very well with him and his nonsense, ha!

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It would be So Interesting to know how Bessy felt about having to give birth to King Henry’s illegitimate son- I wonder if she was scared to death like I was when I found out that I was pregnant (and unmarried) at 23- Or maybe she was excited about getting to give birth to, at that time, the Kings only son- Anyways, THANK YOU HC for making learning about History, Especially Tudor History, Even More Fascinating! And although I already commented this on your previous post, CONGRATULATIONS on the Incredible achievement of your 250,000 subscribers and the Immediate Success of your new website!! You Absolutely Deserve Every Bit of it! Wishing you and your family Continued Blessings and Keep up the Great Work!!