The term "Boleyn" primarily refers to the historical figure Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII of England. She was a key figure in the English Reformation and is best known for her role in the events that led to the Church of England's break from the Roman Catholic Church. Anne was executed in 1536 on charges of treason, adultery, and incest, which many historians believe were fabricated. The Boleyn family was of noble descent, with roots in the English court. Anne's daughter, Elizabeth I, became one of England's most famous monarchs, ruling from 1558 to 1603. The legacy of the Boleyn family continues to influence literature, film, and historical studies.