William Carey (courtier)
William Carey | |
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William Carey, attributed to Hans Holbein the Younger. From a private Irish collection. | |
| Born | c. 1495 |
| Died | 22 June 1528 (aged 33) |
| Spouse | |
| Children | Catherine Carey, Lady Knollys Henry Carey, 1st Baron Hunsdon (both disputed) |
| Parent(s) | Thomas Carey Margaret Spencer |
William Carey (c. 1495 – 22 June 1528) was a courtier and favourite of King Henry VIII of England. He served the king as a Gentleman of the Privy chamber, and Esquire of the Body to the King. His wife, Mary Boleyn, is known to history as a mistress of King Henry VIII and the sister of Henry's second wife, Anne Boleyn.