Cleopatra — Antony and Cleopatra Character Profile

Cleopatra - Antony and Cleopatra

About Cleopatra

The Queen of Egypt who captivates Roman general Mark Antony, diverting him from his political responsibilities. She fiercely reacts to his marriage to Octavia, later crowns him as her co-regent, and supports his naval forces. After his defeat, she orchestrates a ruse to fake her death, ultimately choosing suicide by asp to avoid Roman humiliation, and is buried beside Antony.

Character Facts

Played by
Hildegard Neil
Appears in
Antony and Cleopatra (1972)
Role
Supporting

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