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Dorothea Jordan: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Dorothea Jordan? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Dorothea Jordan
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Dorothea Jordan (née Bland; 22 November 1761 – 5 July 1816) was an Anglo-Irish actress, as well as a courtesan. She was the long-time partner of Prince William, Duke of Clarence (later King William IV), and the mother of 10 illegitimate children by him, all of whom took the surname FitzClarence. She was known professionally as Dorothea Francis and Dorothea Jordan, was informally Dora Jordan, and she was commonly referred to as Mrs Jordan and Mrs FitzClarence.

Quick facts about Dorothea Jordan

  • Full name: Dorothea Jordan
  • Born: 1761-11-21
  • Nationality: Kingdom of Great Britain
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q262755

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Who is Dorothea Jordan?

Dorothea Jordan (née Bland; 22 November 1761 – 5 July 1816) was an Anglo-Irish actress, as well as a courtesan.

What nationality is Dorothea Jordan?

Dorothea Jordan is Kingdom of Great Britain.

When was Dorothea Jordan born?

Dorothea Jordan was born on 1761-11-21.

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