Marriage of William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway
- When
- 1582–1583
- Where
- Diocese of Worcester; Unknown
- Episodes
- 3
William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway were married in November 1582 following a licence issued by the Diocese of Worcester. Their daughter Susanna was baptized in May 1583.
Episodes
- Marriage Ceremony
William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway were married in November 1582, following the issuance of their licence.
- Marriage Licence Issued
The Diocese of Worcester issued a marriage licence for Shakespeare and Hathaway on 27 November 1582.
- Susanna Baptism
The couple's daughter Susanna was baptized on 26 May 1583, six months after their marriage.
Background and detail
Background. William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet, and actor. In late 1582, he entered into a marriage with Anne Hathaway, a union that resulted in the birth of their first child, Susanna.
Marriage Licence. The consistory court of the Diocese of Worcester issued a marriage licence on 27 November 1582. This document authorized the union between Shakespeare and Hathaway, preceding the actual ceremony.
Offspring. Six months after the marriage, Anne gave birth to a daughter named Susanna. The child was baptized on 26 May 1583, marking the first of the couple's three children.
People involved
- William Shakespeare · Groom
- Anne Hathaway · Bride
Sources
- William Shakespeare Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16
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