Roger of Worcester
Bishop of Worcester
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Summary
Roger of Worcester was born on 1134[1]. He died on August 9, 1179[2], in Tours[3]. He worked as a Catholic priest[4] and Catholic bishop[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (143 views/month, #7,289 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of death: Q141544605[7]
- Father: Robert, 1st Earl of Gloucester[8]
- Mother: Mabel FitzRobert of Gloucester[9]
- Position held: diocesan bishop[10]
- Religion or worldview: Catholic Church[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Family: House of Normandy[13]
- Given name: Roger[14]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[15]
- Consecrator: Thomas Becket[16]
- Sibling: William Fitz Robert, 2nd Earl of Gloucester[17], Maud of Gloucester, Countess of Chester[18]
Why It Matters
Roger of Worcester has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[19] He is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[20]
FAQs
Where did Roger of Worcester die?
Roger of Worcester passed away in Tours[3].
Who were Roger of Worcester's parents?
Roger of Worcester's father was Robert, 1st Earl of Gloucester[8]. Roger of Worcester's mother was Mabel FitzRobert of Gloucester[9].
What did Roger of Worcester do for work?
Roger of Worcester worked as a Catholic priest[4] and Catholic bishop[5].