Nell Gwyn: Biography, Facts and Career
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Eleanor Gwyn (also spelled Gwynn, Gwynne, Gwin; 2 February 1650 – 14 November 1687) was an English stage actress and celebrity figure of the Restoration period. Praised by Samuel Pepys for her comic performances as one of the first actresses on the English stage, she became best known for being a longtime mistress of King Charles II of England. Called "pretty, witty Nell" by Pepys, she has been regarded as a living embodiment of the spirit of Restoration England, and has come to be considered a folk heroine, with a story echoing the rags-to-royalty tale of Cinderella. Gwyn had two sons by King Charles: Charles Beauclerk (1670–1726) and James Beauclerk (1671–1680). Charles Beauclerk was created Earl of Burford and Duke of St Albans; Murray Beauclerk, 14th Duke of St Albans was her descendant.
Quick facts about Nell Gwyn
- Full name: Nell Gwyn
- Born: 1650-02-02
- Nationality: Kingdom of England
- Known as: Actor
- Wikidata ID: Q234163
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Who is Nell Gwyn?
Eleanor Gwyn (also spelled Gwynn, Gwynne, Gwin; 2 February 1650 – 14 November 1687) was an English stage actress and celebrity figure of the Restoration period.
What nationality is Nell Gwyn?
Nell Gwyn is Kingdom of England.
When was Nell Gwyn born?
Nell Gwyn was born on 1650-02-02.
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