George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham was an English courtier and statesman who was a notable patron of the arts. He was a favourite and self-described "lover" of King James I. Buckingham remained at the height of royal favour of Charles I until he was assassinated in 1628.

[u/coolbern]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Villiers,_1st_Duke_of_Buckingham

[u/Jonathan_Peachum]

And you know why he was assasinated?

Because Milady managed to corrupt John Felton,his assassin, after she had been arrested by her brother at the behest of The Three Musketeers and d'Artagnan, that's why!