# George, Duke of Clarence — Richard III character guide

> George, Duke of Clarence in Richard III by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Clarence, George, poor Clarence, the noble Duke of Clarence

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

## Who they are

Richard's brother, imprisoned and murdered on Richard's orders.

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