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Alexander VI, (Rodrigo Borgia) 1431-1503.
Pope 1492-1503. Of Spanish origin, he bribed
his way to the papacy, where he furthered the
advancement of his illegitimate children, who
included Cesare and Lucrezia Borgia. When
Savonarola preached against his corrupt
practices Alexander had him executed.
Alexander was a great patron of the arts in
Italy, as were his children. He is said to
have died of poison he had prepared for his
cardinals.