# Queen Katherine — Henry VIII character guide

> Queen Katherine in Henry VIII by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Queen Katherine, Queen Katherine My learn'd lord cardinal, Katharine, Queen Katherine Lord cardinal, Kate, Katherine, Katherine O Griffith, Katherine O, Queen Katherine Aside, Katherine Sir

**First appearance:** 0002-act-i

## Who they are

King Henry's first wife, who defends her marriage and dignity before being divorced.

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