Wallis Simpson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 19, 1896 |
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| Died | April 24, 1986 (age 89) |
| Birthplace | Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Her relationship with King Edward VIII of the United Kingdom and the resulting abdication crisis. |
Intro
Wallis Simpson was an American socialite best known for her relationship with King Edward VIII, which led to his abdication from the British throne in 1936. Married three times, her second divorce and subsequent romance with Edward attracted global attention and constitutional crisis in the United Kingdom.
Early Life & Background
Wallis Simpson, born Bessie Wallis Warfield, came from a relatively modest background. Her father died shortly after her birth, and she was educated at the most prestigious girls' school in Baltimore, Maryland. She married her first husband, Earl Winfield Spencer Jr., a U.S. Navy officer, in 1916.
Career Highlights
- Became a prominent figure in high society circles after moving to England.
- Her relationship with Edward VIII began in the early 1930s and changed British royal history.
- Following Edward VIII’s abdication, she married him, becoming the Duchess of Windsor.
Trivia
- Wallis Simpson was the only woman to be titled 'Her Grace the Duchess of Windsor,' but was never officially styled 'Her Royal Highness' by the British royal family.
- Her marriage to Edward VIII made her one of the most controversial figures of her era.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Wallis Simpson born?
Wallis Simpson was born the 19 June 1896.
Where is Wallis Simpson from?
Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 19th, 1896, in brief:
- Day of the week: June 19th, 1896 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: First Quarter