What was Zoe's relationship status when her father became emperor?
Single
Married
Engaged
Widowed
Answer
Zoe was widowed when her father came into power as the Byzantine Emperor. Her first marriage to Romanos III Argyros ended due to his sudden and unexpected death. As a result, Zoe was without a spouse when her father, Constantine VIII, ascended to the throne.
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