Mary's Wife Lord Darnley
David Rizzio was killed on 9 March 1566.
David Rizzio was murdered on March 9, 1566. He was a secretary to Mary, Queen of Scots, and was killed in her presence by nobles who opposed her influence over the queen. The assassination took place at Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh, Scotland. Rizzio's murder was a significant event that contributed to the political turmoil surrounding Mary’s reign.
David Rizzio was a musician to Mary, Queen of Scots. Her husband, Lord Darnley, was jealous of their friendship and had Rizzio killed in front of the queen, who was pregnant at the time. There is no proof that Rizzio was Mary's lover or boyfriend.
David rizzio and Mary of Scots were close due to the fact he was her secertary
David Rizzio was stabbed 56 times by henchmen hired by Lord Darnley, the second husband of Mary Queen of Scots.
David Rizzio was an Italian musician and courtier who became known as the private secretary to Mary, Queen of Scots, during the 16th century. He was of significant influence in her court, particularly due to his close relationship with Mary. Rizzio's life ended tragically when he was murdered in 1566 by a group of nobles, including Mary's husband, Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley, which intensified the political turmoil surrounding Mary’s reign. His death has been interpreted as a pivotal moment in the political struggles of the time.
There is historical speculation that Lord Darnley may have been involved in the murder plot against David Rizzio, as Darnley was unhappy with Rizzio's close relationship with Mary, Queen of Scots. However, concrete evidence linking Darnley to the plot is lacking.
Mary I, Queen of Scots had a number of secretaries, the most famous was David Rizzio.
Queen Mary's mother was Anne Bolyne.
because Queen Elizabeth choped marys head off!
You have to be a bit more specific, there are several "Queen Marys" did you mean Mary I of England who ruled from 1516-1558, Mary Queen of Scots who ruled Scotland from 1542-1587 or did you mean Mary II of England who ruled from 1662-1694? Without knowing which of the 3 "Queen Marys" you want, it is impossible to answer your question.
It was Mary, Queen of Scots, daughter of James V of Scotland who had a cousin Elizabeth. Elizabeth became Queen Elizabeth 1 of England.