Did Anne Boleyn have Six Fingers?

[@charitysheppard4549]

I consider myself an "armchair historian" who, as an American, is fascinated with English History and Literature. My favorite times to study are the Middle Ages through the War of the Roses into the Tudor period. That time in history is so full of changes politically, religiously and culturally. I have learned SO MUCH from your channel and website. I have purchased your books and worked them into my reading lists. I absolutely love how, as a historian, you outline the FACTS and demonstrate why those misrepresentations have been perpetuated. I'm sure I am just one of many people who really appreciate all you have taught. Please keep up the amazing work!!

[@Starae336]

That’s my favourite time period also. It’s so endlessly fascinating.. I’m Australian

[@pollydolly9723]

Claire, the point you made about Henry VIII being so cautious about the mother of his future heir is really all we need to understand. Anne had so many detractors in court, that were it true that there was a 'deformity' of some (or even little) significance, it would have been played up. I am looking forward to your video on what she really looked like. In my mind's eye she was just frightened...always frightened. Bless her.

[@dianeshelton9592]

Mrsbee B though I would say she was also clever enough to be less of a victim than the majority of women of that age. I don’t think she was any sort of shrinking violet but a shrewd women pitted against patriarchal politics.

[@marymoriarity2555]

Mrsbee B yes I always saw Ann and Mary as pawns if their father ambitions.

[@vicstar32]

Having six fingers and toes myself ( removed ) I can guarantee any offspring has a fifty fifty chance of inheriting the extra digits. I had two children without and one with the extra digits

[@krikeles]

The first time I heard that Anne Boleyn had six fingers was in the movie "Steel Magnolias". As the characters are sitting around the beauty shop chatting, Olympia Dukakis is reading aloud that "Anne Boleyn had six fingers". To which Shirley MacLaine replied, "who was Ann Berlin?"

[@vickia5215]

Funny you wrote this. I just saw the Steel Magnolias play and heard those lines for the first time. I do not remember them from the movie so will have to go back and rewatch the movie now.

[@mizfrenchtwist]

anne Boleyn , was a snazzy dresser..........for her detractor to put a negative spin on it , by saying she had something to hide , is typical............shame on him...........

[@daniellereid01]

I cannot wait for your video regarding Anne’s appearance. Over the years, I have read and watched everything I could in order to gain some definitive idea of what this sad queen looked like. It seems that the portrait medal is the only definitive, contemporary likeness we have, unless I’m mistaken. I did read about a Holbein portrait, but have yet to see it. I wait in eager anticipation! Thank you for this series, Claire. It’s a real treat x

[@Moonflower_Lasa]

Wouldn't having an extra finger keep Henry VIII from marrying her? The suspicions then and having a birth defect would not be a good omen.

[@sng1934]

I remember when a well known palace said about anne being arrested for witchcraft and thanks to claire corrected them pretty quickly. I have always believe anne was completely set up which led to her death. Thank u claire for the amazing videos xx

[@HomeMadeFanVideos]

Your videos are just such a joy to watch; so informative and explained in such a clear way. I'm looking forward to your video about Anne's appearance!

[@marymoriarity2555]

Jill B yes I have watched the video about her appearance several times

[@abigailiwright]

I just got my girlfriend hooked on your channel as well. I said "femme expert on Anne Boleyn sits at her desk and talks about Anne Bolyn" Her response "That sounds amazing!" I agree. No flash, no infographics, so animation. Because if this sounds exciting to you the rest of that flash doesnt help. And if it doesn't sound exciting - the rest is just noise. I really love what you do Please keep doing it.

[@anneboleynfiles]

That's so lovely to hear. I want to be informal as if people are sitting around my table with me. Thank you!

[@ConnieM777]

Thank you for sharing your research. It's sad to see how easily history can be rewritten and distorted in today's media. Please continue your fine work.

[@GeorgiasVintageWorld]

I'm currently addicted to your videos, they're fabulous, thank you for creating them!

[@anonz975]

An extra finger isn't nearly as bad as starting a rumor of having sex with a horse. Most haven't heard about the extra finger, but most EVERYONE thinks of a horse when they hear Catherine the Great's name.

[@steppy3736]

True. It's interesting to me that all these historical women are labeled some version of immoral, wanton, or capable of the dark arts. Mary Boleyn, Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth Woodville, Catherine Howard, Catherine the Great.... What continues to interest me is the general population's willingness to believe this nonsense. Yet the true villians in history [men] are often excused due to their religious convictions, their status, etc.

[@anonz975]

Have you seen the documentary that now say Queen Elizabeth the First may have been a transvestite??? Yes really. Not some hokey youtube thing but produced by the BBC or another large production company.

[@steppy3736]

@@anonz975 😂 the extent these big production companies will go to in order to make money is absolutely ludicrous. I have not even heard of this "documentary". I think I'm going to have to watch it strictly for comic relief.

[@anonz975]

Not sure if there is only one, but my bad the one I saw appears to be an American tv series. Link here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIiwdoycnaype9U

[@dante2davinci78]

It's so sad that history (and chroniclers) chooses to smear the names and images of powerful women.

[@donnabapst2531]

Claire, I discovered your channel about a year ago, I am embarrassed to say. How I never found you before this is crazy. I am yet another American who loves English (as well as Scots and Russian) History. I relish reading anything I can get my hands on related to these topics. My passion for Tudor History started at 13 years old when I read "A Crown For Elizabeth" by Mary M. Luke. I love finding the older histories in second hand book shops and muddling through facts and fiction while comparing them to current scholarly opinions. This brings me to your channel. You do exactly that for your followers. You present every scrap of evidence that is out there and let us decide with a "Claire Educated Opinion". No one has ever quite understood my passion for these Histories, and my many groaning bookshelves. I should have known that in Britain there exists a "Tudor Society"! I am completely enjoying all your videos. Each time I sit down and watch one it makes me feel a little like I'm attending a club meeting, not a lecture. Love your style.

[@reneeleese]

I’m so glad I found this channel! Happy belated birthday! I mentioned I loved the book “the Queens Bed” but am going to try to read some of your books (any recommendations?) I don’t find these historical books easy reads and often have to go back and reread parts to fully understand, but find this time period so interesting that it’s worth the time it take me to understand and process the information. Thanks for these videos, I’m so happy to be a new subscriber!

[@judithbiller3732]

Thank you for clearing this up☺

[@maureengillies9495]

Henry would never married someone with the sign of witchcraft as he was reportedly horrified by any of thesethings and he would never have chanced a child by her

[@AnnCee10]

I absolutely love your channel! These videos and (this series specifically) happen to be some of my all time favorites that I watch on KZbin! Thank you greatly for making these and I look forward to/excitedly await the next installment!

[@h.calvert3165]

Six fingers on EACH hand! My, my. The lady improves apace! 🖐️

[@loriboufford6342]

And what is this THINGIE under her chin that she's hidies with a tall neck dress ??? : )° Pay no attention to that thingie....look at the lace, the lace and the mouth, no not the snaggletooth, just the mouth....or forget the mouth,. .... the eyes..... look at my eyes

[@ES-fc9cy]

I suppose I always believed the rumor of the 6th finger because it’s so common. I’m a neonatal intensive care nurse, and I have seen this so many times. Things related in nursing report include: “with/without a nail” or “with/without a bone.” Extra nipples are also relatively common. Many of these things occur as isolated mutations, but some are related to greater syndromes.

[@vicstar32]

Thanks for that 👍 I am one member of six generations of polydactyly. Only last week my darling little grandaughter had hers removed. If anyone knows of gene skipping to rid us of this minor deformity I'd be interested to hear about it. 🤟

[@slimenumba9533]

I have six fingers n it’s hereditary

[@slimenumba9533]

@@vicstar32 I have six fingers too let’s build on it

[@ES-fc9cy]

@@slimenumba9533 Yes, that is definitely true! A lot of the babies have had relatives with the same trait.

[@Liza-yf1cz]

New subscriber! I follow the blog for a few years and I love this series so much! Anne's appearance will always remain a mystery to me. Looking forward to the next video's! Greeting from the Netherlands

[@debraanchante3661]

I just wanted to leave a comment telling you how much I enjoy all your videos. I am from Oregon in the USA, but I love English history because my family originated from there.. it’s all so interesting. Please keep making these videos. History is so important and you have a way of bringing it to life. Thank you

[@anneboleynfiles]

That's so kind of you to say, thank you!

[@mcbrineart]

The one detail I think may have some basis in fact is that she might have had some kind of swelling in the chin/throat area. This is based on the damaged portrait medal, which is the only definite contemporary likeness we have. That image clearly shows a long nose, high cheekbones, oval face plus a fullness in the throat/chin. I personally think that at least one of the Holbein drawings is also her, as it matches the medal (the one in a nightgown) and shows a full throat/chin, aquiline nose, long oval face and a pretty mouth with plump lips. If she was pregnant in this drawing, which is likely, given the nightgown costume (why not sit for a portrait if you have nothing else to do and no need to get dressed?) her face would show more fullness. The pose, almost a profile, does not show the line of her cheekbone on the far side and pregnancy weight would account for a softer look. She is looking down, so not the best angle to show off her eyes, but we can see they are dark and attractive. I do not see how John Cheke, who knew her, well as his patron at court, would have mistaken the identity of the sitter in this drawing! I also think she may have had reddish dark hair (rather than black) based on the likeness in Elizabeth's ring. We know she was brunette and dark but that does not equal black hair. It may be referring to her complexion and anyone who was not blonde was thought to be brunette in Tudor times. Looking forward with anticipation to your video about her appearance! Thanks :)

[@anneboleynfiles]

I just don't see a swelling on that medal at all. Interesting!

[@mcbrineart]

@@anneboleynfiles I think maybe it is more of a full jawline, the area between chin and neck - I see it on both the drawing and the medal - some people might call it a double chin, especially on the drawing, but I see it in the medal also, but without a crease. Of course, it could just be the facial structure with which she was born! I read somewhere that she might have had a medical condition that would cause increased fullness of the throat - of course, pregnancy can add weight to a face also! I do see a slight swelling in the area of her thyroid on her neck ... I read somewhere that there was some speculation she might have had a thyroid problem - hyperthyroidism makes people irritable, causes weight loss and slightly bulging eyes. I can't remember who called her a "goggle-eyed whore" and she certainly seemed to have a hard time controlling her emotional outbursts plus was said to have aged rapidly and become thin after her marriage. Hyperthyroidism could cause those effects - I think it was her enemies saying those things though, so who knows whether true. I am sure you know better than I do, so I am looking forward to hearing what you have to say about her looks - thanks!

[@grievousangelic]

I love to talk Tudor, too! If I ever tick the box on my bucket list to come to England, I'd love to meet you for tea! Love your videos!

[@anneboleynfiles]

I'd love to meet you too!

[@heyho6728]

I have a split nail on the right little toe and I understand what i is meant by a "show of nail." It doesn't look like another toe, just as if extra little nail is growing. It can be painful because it can catch on sheets or socks and pulls it up.

[@vermilliongecko]

Me too! I never knew it had a name until today! I have waited 46 years to discover I have an 'accessory nail'! I just clip it short or file it so it doesn't catch on things.

[@julierocketqueen1477]

Your This Day in Tudor History and these related video series is my happy place!!!!! I love watching these videos!

[@jeniceroberts7008]

I'm new to your channel but catching up. Love hearing you speak and watching your videos. You seem verry knowledgeable. I would of loved to of had you as a teacher in history class. My history teacher was dull. You really keep up on your facts.

[@TinaShay]

It is a snowy day. Here in SW Colorado. The perfect weather for watching your wonderful videos! I'm so happy I found your channel!

[@jillovens3141]

Great videos,they clear up a lot of misconceptions that are around .Thank you 😉

[@Liz66bee]

Thank you - that was fascinating. Thouroughly enjoying your videos, and looking forward to your talk on Anne Boleyn's appearance :-) I was just wondering if you mention my ancestor Sir John Gage at all in any of your talks? As he was a member of the Tudor court. If not, is he in any of your books? Would love to know more about him! I'd love to see you on BBC4 doing a proper documentary on this subject, you seem to have a very fresh and detailed insight into the era.

[@Figgatella]

I couldn’t believe this although it wouldn’t have surprised me since they were exposed to chemicals such as lead and mercury, arsenic. Great video Claire!

[@lisaanderson758]

Love this channel and the information she gives us🇬🇧❤️

[@cyan1616]

Poor Anne was probably just cold. Long sleeves and a high collar would definitely help keep off a chill. lol I'm American and some of my ancestors were members of the Tudor Court, and relatives of some of the queens too! (seriously lol) You've really made them come alive to me, where otherwise they're just names on a genealogy chart. I absolutely love your videos! Thank you for all your hard work and research.

[@vickia5215]

Just subscribed to the channel and am enjoying the videos. I played along on the quiz video and got a few wrong so still much to learn.

[@marisolreyes6502]

Claire, I just finished watching The White Princess for the 3rd time. I love, love the series. The one character that I would love to know more about is Jasper Tutor. Have you done a video on him? If so, can you please refer me to it. I am American from Spokane Washington, and enjoy your videos immensely. Thank you.

[@anneboleynfiles]

Here you go - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWS7YYt-j7iFgbM

[@donnab.42]

Thank you so much for your extensive research in all your videos. Each one is not only entertaining, but informative. You are a master of oral history. Would love your opinion on Catherine of Aragon's virginity after her marriage to Prince Arthur. I know it would be speculative, but an interesting story.

[@saranewberg1242]

I went on one of those Yeoman warder tours at the Tower last year and my guide told everyone that Anne had six fingers and that that is how they were able to identify her remains. I honestly wanted to scream when he said that.

[@cherrytraveller5915]

I actually have a double nail on my index finger on my right hand. I didn't always have this. Mine came about because I shut my hand in the door of my father car. He didn't help the situation by then locking the car door on me. Twice. I had on open crush injury that tore part of the nail out. When the nail grew back in it resulted in this double nail. It's nothing to look at. The nail has a white line running down it but that is about it

[@tracym9225]

Thank you. I really enjoyed this. I always love learning something new about a subject you "think" you know. :)

[@vickinoeske1711]

There should be a fine applied to people promoting ridiculous lies, it is preposterous!

[@angiedawn4579]

I actually WAS born with two thumbs on one hand! It was removed when I was about 18 months but there is still a scar. Sort of disappointed that there’s not hint of a connection between Anne and I.

[@TheMrKristens]

Anne, being of such legendary status, these accounts are bound to pop up. Accounts like this are entertaining. It shows to what lengths some people go to for notariety; or possibly to gain favor with a current monarch. More scandalous, might be, this is the Gossip Magazine of their day! Thank goodness for Pathologists, multiple accounts on her looks during her life, and a healthy dose of Sherlock skills.

[@sherryelliott4795]

So glad I found your videos, I have enjoyed them all!

[@attilathehen1555]

Is it possible that minor imperfections, as we all have, were ignored or not noticed when she was the king’s favourite, but then focused upon and exaggerated when she fell from favour? Adults often behave like children in the playground, turning on someone, following the crowd, glad it’s not them who is being vilified. Very interesting, thank you.

[@cynthiahowe8697]

I used to work with a descendant of Queen Anne. The story of the extra finger did not come through down to him nor had anyone in the family been born with one since her time. He said it was all rumor. Sadly he has passed away since I worked with him but loved hearing his stories about different members of his family. His last name was an americanized form of Boleyn. As is my last name which was of the Scottish spelling of Howie but was changed to Howe when he emigrated here before the revolution.

[@2noelle]

I don't believe that she was deformed in any way...the Tudor period was very superstitious and she would have had a hard time in life, much less become Queen of England.

[@scattygirl1]

I was taught about the extra finger and breast back in the 1970s, when we did a topic on Elizabeth I at primary school (in tandem with Elizabeth II's jubilee) Our teacher did say they were just rumours, but my point being, the 3rd breast thing's been around a good while. I think daft rumours are gleefully passed on by teachers in order to keep interest levels up, and they're in turn remembered because they're so memorable. It's a vicious circle, and one on which the worst excesses of tabloids and social media feeds.

[@robinpinkham9398]

I am loving your channel!!

[@jlroyale4306]

Nice video!

[@Mmm-xi7fx]

This is how you historian!!! Love it. Thank you.

[@TheAuntieBa]

Very recent subscriber and grateful for your scholarship and common sense. These snide smears always remind me of junior high girls’ restroom gossip. I never took it particularly seriously, but accusations of witchcraft could certainly be serious if made in Tudor or Medieval times so I’m glad to hear them debunked. Thanks for these fascinating and watchable history videos!

[@missastrology]

Quite correct. Henry VIII was not going to chance the beloved son he desired being born with any "deformity". It would have been used against her as courtiers jostled for favor and to make sure the woman that would advance their interests was next to the King.

[@hannahmandryk8645]

Is there any evidence of Anne's favourite colour? A historical fiction book that I greatly enjoyed as a kid made it a bit of a plot detail that she loved yellow. I suspect that's just the author's creation but I wonder if there's any record or a particular colour that she wore a lot or something.

[@vermilliongecko]

I have an 'accessory nail' too; I just never knew it had a name until today! I have a couple of split nails on my littlest toes. I just clip or file them short so they're neat and don't catch on things.

[@rachelharris5527]

I’ve heard the story about the extra finger and other deformities. Surely though, given the way deformity was looked upon at this time, her parents would of hidden her away rather than push her forward to court in France and then in England. There would have been a strong possibility she would have been called witch and burned at the stake.

[@walshk24530]

I truly love your commentaries on the Boleyn. We have found that my husbands family is a direct descendent to Thomas and Mary Duke Nurfork. Very interesting

[@anneboleynfiles]

How wonderful to be linked with the Howards.

[@FedorkablePro]

I am watching these back to back, and it's kind of crazy how much nonsense Sander's 'Schism' is responsible for.

[@here_we_go_again2571]

From the closed caption: " …. a large " *when* " under her chin. When? -- a mole? [Medical term for a "mole": "Nevus" , or "nevi" if multiple]

[@jessiec1194]

Wen. A cyst.

[@bcgrote]

I have to wonder, if she had an obvious deformity, they would use it against her in her trial. I can't say if Henry would be intrigued by her "different" body at first, he was so enamored of her.

[@ianslass]

The Pathologist's report should put an end to this tale.

[@anneboleynfiles]

There is the argument, though, that we don't know for sure that it was definitely Anne.

[@ianslass]

@@anneboleynfiles --- Yes, I do understand that, but it seems by all accounts...including those you brought up in this video from non-biased persons...the Lady did not have an extra finger. It's that typical nonsense that would malign someone's character that one doesn't like...and back then, as you pretty much stated...an extra digit on one's hand would be very much unwanted and taboo. Perfect...if you want to mess with one's character. People haven't change much...someone always out to get another. :(

[@anneboleynfiles]

@@ianslass Yes, in a period when anything different is seen as bad then it was the perfect way to blacken her reputation.

[@karenknicely1788]

Think about it.. It's always easier to create a lie about someone who is hated.

[@annalisette5897]

She could have had an injured finger/nail that did not grow back correctly. If cause and effect were known during her life then it would have been a non-story. But why would Sanders write about an extra finger, something that could not have been hidden at all times short of Anne wearing gloves always? Is there some significance to an extra finger? Why not some other peculiar deformity that would have been more difficult to refute? Maybe there was some folklore about SIX fingers? I did read in some book, sometime quite awhile ago, meaning I did not get it on the internet, that Anne had TWO extra breasts which were not fully developed! The author went into medical discussion on this deformity which is apparently known to exist. So I once wondered if Anne had a phantom twin which developed as part of her. But I fully agree with you that Henry would never have chanced a deformed son from union with a physically peculiar woman.

[@TheAuntieBa]

Anna Morris Extra nipples with/without breasts are quite common; probably where someone got the idea. I’ve known two beautiful women who had no nipples and breasts at all. They were a bit shy about it, but I never heard anyone disparage them. In fact, it was widely known and their boyfriends were crazy about them and one couple were engaged to be married. This was in the late 1960s.

[@nancythecat1079]

What is the source of the pretty tune that plays at the beginning?

[@anneboleynfiles]

I'll check with Tim.

[@ellen9575]

Did any one that knew Queen Anne at the time, ever speak kindly of her? Also did Elizabeth ever talk about her mother? I always wondered why she did not bury her mother in more royal way. James I did this with his mother. Also Mary I didn't with her mother either.

[@victoriabock2702]

I was told she was a ancestor of my fathers side of the family, he was George Bullen. I also heard Anne had a small 3rd nipple is that true?

[@h.calvert3165]

Actually, 1585 is 49 years after Anne's execution in 1536. ⏳

[@anneboleynfiles]

I know ! I got Tim to add a note in at that point (see the top right of the screen) and I added it to the description. I'm not sure at all why I said that. Sorry!

[@h.calvert3165]

@@anneboleynfiles No problem! My math is usually much worse than this, but I'm pretty familiar with Tudor dates, especially Anne's. 👸

[@anneboleynfiles]

@@mrsbeeb4682 If you look at where I say it, 4:11 for example, there's a little note in the top right hand corner. It comes up when I say it again towards the end of the video. That's the best we could do with KZbin editing after the video has been uploaded and I didn't spot it until I watched it through again. I also added the error in the description of the video.

[@Toscalily]

My little toe has a split nail from years of work on my feet with no sitting and having wide but short feet which have to be cramped into shoes that never quite fit their width. The only people who ever notice it are the beauty therpists who paint my nails, in fact that was how I learned I had one, it isn't at all other wise noticeable even if your staring at my foot you wouldnt really note it's presence unless you where right next to my foot with your face or if I pointed it out too you. Just looks like a normal nail until you note a split down the middle. Wyatt's description sounds very much like my toe nail. I think a split nail is our likely answer, especially considering the crown never brought it up as a witches mark or unholy deformity when trialing her, and nor did Henry later when he himself smeared her name. I think if it where particularly abnornal we would hear no end about it from the accusers who where her contemporaries. Like with Richard III's now proven scoliosis, his accusors bring it up time and time again. But i think we can not disregard Anne's extra nail/finger, but instead conclude that it was far exaggerated, as most scholars disregarded Richard's hunch when it may have been minor but we now know indeed existed

[@blackfeather1127]

Hi Claire!! Longtime Tudor fan, first time commenter here. I have an idea for a video! I would love to hear your take on the so called “Lost Boleyns” Thomas and Henry, believed possibly to be the older brothers of George, Anne, and Mary. Do you think they really existed? Or is more research necessary? Thank you for your great work keeping Tudor history alive! -Samantha

[@blackfeather1127]

PS: I’m always shocked at the amount of literature, fiction and non fiction, about Anne that supports the sixth finger idea. It’s caused me to put down quite a few books!

[@anneboleynfiles]

I actually did a video on them called "The Lost Boleyns" and you can see that at kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqCqqnWnrap8hJY. They definitely existed, I've visited their graves, but they died in childhood and so don't appear in the court records.

[@blackfeather1127]

Thank you so much for your reply!!! It’s truly made my day. It’s fascinating to consider how different the history of the Boleyn family might have been, if the boys had lived to adulthood!!!

[@anneboleynfiles]

@@blackfeather1127 That's ok. It's really very moving to see their little memorial crosses at Hever and Penshurst. Yes, a court full of Boleyns!

[@redleaf1344]

I think it might also be possible that she had some trauma or natural indentation on her fingernail that could have made it look like she had some extra nail on her finger. It might also be that there was nothing at all. But I’ve never believed she had some very auspicious deformity on her hand because that would have been immediately spotted as a bad sign or some sort of marking of evil in the Tudor period. At least I think so.

[@redleaf1344]

As I finish this comment I press the play button again and continue watching the video in which you make my exact point xD some unnecessary contribution I made. Sorry

[@carola-lifeinparis]

Fascinating. I am looking forward to the trial film as I thought it was witchcraft on the list ...

[@MarzLast]

i have Ancestry going back which links tudors Ann boleyn, Jayne semour ,Lady Jane Grey and the Earl of Dudley .in my relatives ,i have physically seen a deformity of a finger growth on the outer small finger of one hand it is usally removed at birth leaving a small lump i believe the condition is called Polydactyly i was even told it was passed down from Ann boleyn's side .

[@peganan]

Well, I'm a little dissappointed. I thought I read somewhere that we had evidence of the extra fingers on each hand from her gloves. I had a childhood friend who had 6 fingers on each hand and 6 toes on both feet. I thought it was cool! Of course, my opinions wouldn't reflect the attitudes of the Tudor period, though.

[@norml6874]

How could anyone believe that?? Henry was pretty worried about a male heir so why would he want anyone with a deformity. It doesn’t make any sense to me

[@j.digregorio5105]

That poor lady ! Let her rest in peace .

[@Starae336]

I’ve always assumed it was just slander from her enemies.

[@MathildaFlow]

What was the thing on her neck? My knowledge in the english language does not cover it.

[@jennifervaldovinos8858]

Wow thank you when I 1st read about Anne having an extra finger, I thought that can't have been. Because of how superstitious the time was and he wanted a son so badly. Nope. I agree with you there is no way.

[@catlady01134]

I was on a tour to Leeds Castle (from the US) and the guide told the group that Henry VIII’s older brother was named William or something.... When I tried to correct him he laughed and “Oh like King Arthur” and chuckled.... I am mad about it to this day. 😒😡

[@starquilt]

Never did I ever believe she had six fingers but she could of had a birth mark or maybe these stories was just made up because of jealousy and the king fell in love with her, she was also beautiful and dressed well.

[@alanwhitcomb4012]

Lots of people have six fingers, a couple families even have six fingers.

[@norbertlewandowski6035]

My biggest question about Sander's description of Anne. Why would a King (especially Henry VIII) marry or be attracted to someone with weird hands or features? Get real.

[@MsKK909]

Henry would never have married her if she had 6 fingers..... she probably wouldn’t even have been allowed at court!

[@desertdaisymarie6951]

“Full of falsehoods and inaccuracies” is a very tactful way of saying “talking shit” 👍🏻

[@LaPetiteBoulin]

I find it hard to believe Henry would have married her if she had anything of the kind because the superstitious ways back then.. I signed up for your website years back and I'm curious the best way to know when you have posted? I dont receive any email etc. Do I need to sign up again? I really want to be able to cyber stalk all your work. Lol.

[@anneboleynfiles]

I usually send an email out once week or so. If you email me at [e-mail] I can check your email address on the database. Thanks!

[@LaPetiteBoulin]

@@anneboleynfiles I sent an email. Thank you for the help.

[@nomduclavier]

It's amazing how what began as propaganda about historical figures is still being spread removed from its context (yet that's treated as a modern phenomena...)

[@cathryncampbell8555]

What I find hilarious is that Sander describes Anne as having a witch-like protruding tooth; a goiter; sallow skin and an extra finger -- & then he says that Anne was overall considered to be attractive! He seems to have been entirely oblivious to the contradictory nature of his description!

[@hazeluzzell]

I have a split nail on my little toe. Doesn’t cause me any problems. It’s a tiny cloven hoof!! 😱

[@joshyishot]

Did Anne stretch her fingers?

[@reneeparent1596]

Never believed the tales about Anne's extra finger... or nipple! Like you said Clair, Henry would have never risk marrying a future mother to an heir who showed any deformity. As you English say, COMPLETE RUBBISH! I feel so sorry for Anne here. Attacking a woman's beauty is just so... spiteful. Years after her death too. Just hitting below the belt. Warm Greetings from a very COLD Maine, USA. Hope you had wonderful birthday, Clair. My husband and I love these videos. Thank you, Renee Parent

[@idontwantachannel7542]

I've always thought it funny that Sander says she has a "pretty mouth", protruding tooth and all :-D

[@anneboleynfiles]

I know! It's quite funny!

[@markgarin6355]

She figured out the question was six fingers on one hand? Wow...

[@anneboleynfiles]

Well I do like to add a little humour into my videos, history doesn't have to be completely serious. Although I have been asked whether Anne was missing digits too.

[@dmgib5239]

Whenever I read or hear something that was written or said by somebody during Tudor times I follow this rule: When a Catholic is discussing a Protestant I don't believe it. When a Protestant is discussing a Catholic I don't believe it. All these things they claimed were irregular about her appearance were supposedly the marks of a witch during the Spanish Inquisition. So we can see where they were going with this.

[@melissagrosse1185]

So what you are saying is Catholic scholars don't lie? 5hat is absolutely ABSURD.

[@dante2davinci78]

Would anyone believe that Henry VIII would be so smitten with the person Nicholas Sunder described? (Other than those who wished to smear Henry, Anne or Elizabeth)

[@ritawoodland2093]

I was apparently born with two bottom teeth already emerging, chances are in the 1500's I would probably been drowned at birth.

[@lynnedelacy2841]

Very interesting as always I’d heard this story and that was why sleeves in that time had a longer point to disguise the hand Like everyone who is a loser in history false reports get heaped upon them

[@angi32486]

But you have 5 fingers on each hand

[@slimenumba9533]

I have 6 fingers I’m researching all origins

[@michaelgilmore2252]

I was born with six fingers . Too

[@ghidorahs1fan209]

I only found your KZbin 2 days ago and I'm absolutely In love with it. I'm a huge history nerd and do historical reenactment. As a child being a redhead girl my Idol was Elizabeth the 1st as she was the only powerful redhead woman I knew about and as I got older I got more and more interested in her family especially her mother and I'm still very interested in them and your videos have just made me so happy to watch and learn from especially when it comes to telling the truth behind the myths. Thank you so much for your videos.

[@tammyz7689]

Of course Henry would have never married Anne if she had an extra finger. He would never have had a child with a woman with any sort of birth defect.

[@c4anl]

I was born with six fingers on each hand