Walter de Gray
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Summary
Walter de Gray was born on January 1, 1188[1], in Eaton[2]. He died on May 1, 1255[3], in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham[4]. He worked as a Catholic priest[5], politician[6], and judge[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (143 views/month, #7,275 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: York Minster[9]
- Father: Henry de Grey[10]
- Mother: Isolda Bardolf[11]
- Position held: Roman Catholic archbishop of York[12], Lord Chancellor[13], Roman Catholic bishop of Worcester (England)[14]
- Religion or worldview: Catholic Church[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Commons category: Walter de Gray[17]
- Family name: de Grey[18]
- Given name: Walter[19]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[20], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[21]
- Consecrator: Stephen Langton[22], William of Sainte-Mère-Église[23], Peter des Roches[24], Hugh de Wells[25], Eustace[26], Jocelin of Wells[27], Reiner[28]
- Sibling: Richard de Grey[29], Sir John de Grey[30]
Why It Matters
Walter de Gray has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[31] He is known by 7 alternative names across languages and contexts.[32]
FAQs
Where was Walter de Gray born?
Walter de Gray was born in Eaton[2].
Where did Walter de Gray die?
Walter de Gray passed away in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham[4].
Who were Walter de Gray's parents?
Walter de Gray's father was Henry de Grey[10]. Walter de Gray's mother was Isolda Bardolf[11].
What did Walter de Gray do for work?
Walter de Gray worked as a Catholic priest[5], politician[6], and judge[7].