Wallis Simpson was a twice-divorced American socialite who married Prince Edward, Duke of Windsor to become the Duchess of Windsor in 1937. The Duke of Windsor was formerly known as King Edward VIII of England until his family's disapproval of his relationship with Simpson forced him to abdicate his throne in favor of his brother George VI of England in 1936. Simpson, a controversial figure in British history, died in April 1986.BBC: Wallis Simpson
In February 2009 it was announced that Madonna has expressed interest in portraying Simpson in an upcoming film.Guardian UK: Madonna in bid to play... (February 16, 2009)
Quotes
A woman's life can really be a succession of lives, each revolving around some emotionally compelling situation or challenge, and each marked off by some intense experience.—Wallis SimpsonBrainy Quote: Wallis Simpson
Never explain, never complain.—Wallis SimpsonBrainy Quote: Wallis Simpson
You can never be too rich or too thin.—Wallis SimpsonBrainy Quote: Wallis Simpson
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Only child of Teackle Wallis Warfield and Alice MontagueBBC: Wallis Simpson
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Went by "Wallis"
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Her family was supported financially by a wealthy uncle, Solomon WarfieldBBC: Wallis Simpson
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First Spouse
Earl Winfield Spencer, Jr.BBC: Wallis Simpson
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Second Spouse
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Third Husband
Prince Edward, Duke of WindsorBBC: Wallis Simpson
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No members of the Royal Family attended the wedding
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Simpson was formally known as the Duchess of WindsorBBC: Wallis Simpson
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She did not receive the styling "Her Royal Highness"BBC: Wallis Simpson
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The Duke and Duchess of Windsor were suspected of being Nazi sympathizers during World War IIBBC: Wallis Simpson
