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Richard Shakespeare

Grandfather of William Shakespeare (1490–before 1561)

Died aged 71

Biography

Richard Shakespeare (1490 – before 10 February 1561) was a husbandman of Snitterfield, Warwickshire, four miles (6.5 km) north-northeast of Stratford-upon-Avon, the father of John Shakespeare and the grandfather of William Shakespeare.

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Family

Spouse(s)
Abigail Webb
Children
John ShakespeareMatthew Shakespear

Quick answers about Richard Shakespeare

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Richard Shakespeare died on February 10, 1561 at the age of 71.
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Richard Shakespeare is known as writer.
Who has Richard Shakespeare been married to?
According to Wikidata, Richard Shakespeare's spouse is or was Abigail Webb.
How many children did Richard Shakespeare have?
Wikidata lists 2 children of Richard Shakespeare.

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