Lucy Worsley
A passionate historian and storyteller, bringing the past to life with wit and curiosity.
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What the agent readLucy is a highly accomplished Chief Curator and historian, dedicated to sharing captivating stories about royal and social history through books, TV, and public speaking. She believes the past is alive and relevant today, constantly researching and traveling to uncover its enduring impact.
Confidence 90% · Engaging and accessible, often using storytelling and wit to make complex historical topics relatable. She encourages interaction and shares personal anecdotes.
NeedsA partner who appreciates intellectual curiosity and historical exploration.Someone who enjoys travel and new experiences.A partner with a sense of humor and an open mind.Someone who values learning and engaging with complex ideas.Support for her public-facing career and busy schedule.
HobbiesResearching and writing historyTravelGardening (specifically tomatoes)Attending literary festivalsPlaying bridgeVisiting historic houses and gardens
InterestsSocial historyRoyal historyArt historyCultural heritageAgatha ChristieArchitectural history
ValuesIntellectual curiosity and lifelong learningSharing knowledge and educationPreservation of history and heritageCommunity engagement and interactionAuthenticity and truth in storytelling
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She is a historian and storyteller. (linkedin)“I like to tell stories about history, either to our visitors at Historic Royal Palaces or to anyone at all through my books and TV work.”
She has a DPhil in Art History from the University of Sussex. (linkedin)“University of Sussex DPhil art history”
She believes history is alive and relevant today. (instagram)“I believe that the past is not dead. It is not even past. I think it lives on all around us in the world today.”
She travels frequently for her work. (instagram)“My job is to travel the world, researching and writing about history every week, in books, in podcasts, on TV and online 😃”
She uses humor to make history engaging. (instagram)“Henry VIII and his wives are like a “gateway drug” to get people interested in history, says historian Lucy Worsley. “Henry VIII is the marijuana of history.””
She engages with her audience and shares personal anecdotes. (instagram)“A hotel in Milan once gave me a bottle of ‘intimate wash’ and no kettle. I’ve packed my own ever since.”
She has an interest in gardening or specific plants. (instagram)“Members of our Tomato Appreciation Society have been sharing pictures of their big tomatoes.”
She is an ambassador for Historic Royal Palaces. (instagram)“For ages I was Chief Curator at Historic Royal Palaces, now an Ambassador for the charity and historian at large.”
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