How many illegitimate children did Philip father?
At least 18
Mostly legal children
6
None
Answer
Philip II of Spain fathered at least 18 illegitimate children. He had 12 with his mistress, Doña Isabel de Valois, and another six with his other mistresses. His illegitimate children were granted titles and estates, and many of them went on to have successful careers in the military and government.
The Magnificent Reign: Unveiling Philip the Good's Legacy
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