Cléopâtre, also known as Cleopatra VII, was the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. She reigned from 51 BC until her death in 30 BC. Known for her intelligence and political acumen, she spoke several languages and was well-educated. Cléopâtre sought to restore Egypt's power and often formed alliances with powerful Roman leaders. Her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony were significant in her efforts to maintain her throne. Cléopâtre's life and reign have been romanticized in various works of art and literature, making her a lasting symbol of beauty and intrigue in history.