William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, most likely on April 23, 1564. Although his exact birth date is not recorded, it is traditionally celebrated on April 23 because his baptism was recorded on April 26, 1564, and baptisms at the time usually took place within three days of birth. Therefore, scholars generally accept April 23, 1564, as his birth date. Shakespeare also died on April 23, 1616, at the age of 52.
