Charles Brandon: A Tudor Survivor with a Tangled Love-life

Charles Brandon: A Tudor Survivor with a Tangled Love-life

On 22nd August 1545, Charles Brandon, Duke of Suffolk, died — ending the life of one of the most colourful and daring figures of Henry VIII’s reign. He was the king’s jousting companion, his most loyal friend, and the man bold enough to secretly marry Henry’s sister, Mary Tudor, in Paris… without royal permission. How did Brandon risk everything, pay a massive price, and still remain the king’s closest ally for nearly four decades — when so many others at court lost their heads? In this podcast, I explore the extraordinary story of Charles Brandon: - His rise from the son of a slain Bosworth knight to Duke of Suffolk - His complicated love life and very risky marriage to Mary Tudor - His military career in France and role in major Tudor events - How he outlived Wolsey, Anne Boleyn, Cromwell, and more — by never losing Henry’s trust Charles Brandon wasn’t a schemer, but he was the ultimate Tudor court survivor. Also watch my video on The Scandalous Love Life of Charles Brandon here: https://youtu.be/ArwZBvOt7Es If you enjoy this deep dive into Tudor history, please: - Join my YouTube channel membership for exclusive content, live chats, and my monthly Tudor magazine Have you heard of Charles Brandon before today? What do you think — lucky risk-taker, or loyal friend who knew how to survive? Let me know in the comments! #CharlesBrandon #TudorHistory #HenryVIII #MaryTudor #TudorDynasty #RoyalScandal #TudorCourt #AnneBoleynFiles #ClaireRidgway #OnThisDay

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