Lady Frances Brandon was born in 1517 and was the daughter of Mary Tudor, the sister of King Henry VIII. She was a member of the English royal family and became the Duchess of Suffolk through her marriage to Henry Grey. Frances was known for her beauty and intelligence, and she played a significant role in the political landscape of her time. Frances was the mother of Lady Jane Grey, who briefly reigned as queen in 1553. After Jane's execution, Frances faced personal tragedy and political turmoil. She died in 1559, leaving a legacy intertwined with the tumultuous history of the Tudor dynasty.