Julius Caesar

One of Cleopatra’s beaus back in the day, Julius Caesar, was a Roman general, politician, and scholar who played a significant role, initiating the rise of the Roman Empire. He is said to have had a son named Caesarion with Cleopatra and two other children (including one adopted son) with other women.

He was further recognized after leading the Roman Republic to multiple victories in the Gallic Wars. At age 55, Caesar was assassinated at a senate meeting on March 15, 44 BC, after which he died of multiple stab wounds. If you’re ever in Turin, Italy, don’t forget to check out the Tusculum portrait at the Archaeological Museum.