William Shakespeare died on 23 April 1616, his 52nd birthday. In truth, the exact date of Shakespeare’s death is not known but assumed from a record of his burial two days later, 25 April 1616, at Holy Trinity Church.
Where did Shakespeare die and how did he die?
His death occurred on or near his birthday (the exact date of his birth remains unknown), which may have been the source of a later legend that he fell ill and died after a night of heavy drinking with two other writers, Ben Jonson and Michael Drayton.
How long was Shakespeare alive?
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616.
What was William Shakespeare last words?
Live in thy shame, but die not shame with thee! These words hereafter thy tormentors be! Convey me to my bed, then to my grave; Love they to live that love and honour have.
What did Shakespeare leave to his wife?
When William Shakespeare died he famously left his wife Anne only one thing: their ‘second best bed’.
Did Shakespeare Die Rich?
He left money to his daughters, he left plate – that is to say gold and silver – which eventually went to his granddaughter, so he died a relatively wealthy man.
How old is Shakespeare today?
William Shakespeare’s exact age would be 457 years 11 months 23 days old if alive.
What is unusual about Shakespeare’s death date?
Just like with his birthday, Shakespeare’s exact date of death is a mystery. It is commonly said that he died on April 23, 1616, but no record of his death exists, only a record of his funeral on April 25, 1616. While no one knows what Shakespeare died of exactly, he was sick before his death.
What was Shakespeare’s real name?
William Shakespeare was a renowned English poet, playwright, and actor born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon. His birthday is most commonly celebrated on 23 April (see When was Shakespeare born), which is also believed to be the date he died in 1616.
What is written on Shakespeare’s grave?
The grave, where the playwright was buried in 1616, carries the warning: “Good friend, for Jesus’ sake forebeare, To digg the dust enclosed heare; Bleste be the man that spares thes stones, And curst be he that moves my bones.”
