What Really Killed the Virgin Queen: The Death of Elizabeth I

On 24th March 1603, Queen Elizabeth I passed away at the age of 69—but what exactly caused her death?

Despite being one of history’s most documented monarchs, the exact cause of Elizabeth’s death remains a mystery. Historians and medical experts have proposed various theories, including:

- A deadly tooth abscess—Could an infection have turned septic?

- Lead poisoning—Did her makeup slowly poison her?

- Pneumonia—She suffered breathing difficulties and fever.

- Streptococcus infection—Could an untreated illness have taken her life?

- Psychogenic death—Did she literally give up on life?

 

Elizabeth’s final weeks were filled with grief, exhaustion, and refusal of medical treatment. Was she suffering from a fatal illness, or did loneliness and heartbreak cause her slow decline?

Join me as I explore the mysteries surrounding Elizabeth’s final days and discuss the most convincing theories.

 

What do you think killed Elizabeth I?

 

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