Henry FitzAlan, 17th Earl of Arundel, was a prominent English nobleman born in 1512. He was the son of Henry FitzAlan, 16th Earl of Arundel and Mary FitzAlan. As a member of the Arundel family, he played a significant role in the political landscape of England during the Tudor period. He was known for his loyalty to the Catholic Church and was involved in various political and military affairs of his time. FitzAlan inherited the title of Earl of Arundel in 1544 and became one of the wealthiest men in England. He was a supporter of Mary I and was involved in the restoration of Catholicism during her reign. His life was marked by his efforts to maintain his family's influence and properties, which included the historic Arundel Castle. He passed away in 1580, leaving a legacy tied to the history of the English nobility.