Marie Duplessis date of birth:
January 15, 1824
How old was Marie Duplessis when died?
23
Where was Marie Duplessis born?
Normant-le-Pin, Normandy
When did Marie Duplessis die?
February 3, 1847
Where did Marie Duplessis die?
France
Why did Marie Duplessis die?
Tuberculosis
Is Marie Duplessis gay or straight?
Straight
What is Marie Duplessis's ethnicity?
White
What is Marie Duplessis nationality?
French
What is Marie Duplessis's occupation?
Courtesan
Short Biography
Marie Duplessis (15 January 1824 – 3 February 1847) was a French courtesan and mistress to a number of prominent and wealthy men. She was the inspiration for Marguerite Gautier, the main character of La Dame aux Camélias by Alexandre Dumas the younger, one of Duplessis' lovers. Much of what is known about her has been derived from the literary persona and contemporary legends.