Diego Velazquez was a renowned painter. He was best known for being the leading artist in the court of King Philip IV.
Early Life (Childhood)He was born at the end of 1500s. He was born to João Rodrigues da Silva and Jerónima Velázquez as their first child in Spain. He shares his birthday on 6th of June.
Interesting FactsHe was taught by his parents, he learned languages and philosophy. His parents taught him to fear to god and obtain a good manner.
Personal LifeHe was married to love of his life Juana Pacheco for about four decades. Together they had two children named Francisca de Silva Velázquez y Pacheco and Ignacia de Silva Velázquez y Pacheco.
RumorThe father of his wife was his teacher.
