When was Shakespeare born?

William Shakespeare was born in the year 1564. He was baptized on April 26, 1564, and it's commonly believed that he was born a few days before that, with April 23 often cited as his birthday. This date is significant not only because it marks the birth of one of the most influential writers in English literature but also because Shakespeare passed away on the same date in 1616. The exact birth date is not recorded, but the baptism date provides the best estimate. The other years listed, such as 1565, 1568, and 1563, are incorrect according to historical records.