Catherine Woodville (or Wydeville; c. 1458 – 18 May 1497) was an English medieval noblewoman best known for her strategic marriages. She was the sister-in-law of King Edward IV of England and gave birth to several illustrious children. Catherine was the daughter of Richard Woodville 1st Earl Rivers and Jacquetta of Luxembourg. When her sister Elizabeth married King Edward IV the King elevated and promoted many members of the Woodville family.
birth date
1458-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
death date
1497-05-18
parent
Jacquetta of Luxembourg, Richard Woodville 1st Earl Rivers