Tywin Lannister
Hand of the King
Married to Joanna Lannister · Parent of 3 · 1 recorded parent
Family snapshot
Three generations at a glance
Life story
Biography
Lord of Casterly Rock, Hand of the King
Tywin Lannister occupies generation 3 of this recorded lineage a child of Tytos Lannister, partner to Joanna Lannister, and parent of Cersei Lannister, Jaime Lannister, and Tyrion Lannister. The title "Hand of the King" reflects the public or family role associated with this profile.
Within the wider House Lannister, this life forms part of a network spanning 3 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
Milestones
Life timeline
242 AC
Born
The beginning of Tywin Lannister's recorded life.
Family
Married Joanna Lannister
A partnership that connects two branches of the Lannister family.
Next generation
Family line continues
3 children recorded in this branch: Cersei Lannister, Jaime Lannister, and Tyrion Lannister.
Legacy
Hand of the King
A defining role in the story of the Lannister family.
300 AC
Died
The close of a life whose connections continue through the family record.
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Frequently asked questions
Who were Tywin Lannister's parents?
Tywin Lannister's parents were father Tytos Lannister.
Who were Tywin Lannister's children?
Tywin Lannister had 3 children: Cersei Lannister, Jaime Lannister, and Tyrion Lannister.
Who did Tywin Lannister marry?
Tywin Lannister was married to Joanna Lannister.
What family tree does Tywin Lannister belong to?
Tywin Lannister appears in the House Lannister family tree on Lineage, where you can explore the full interactive genealogy chart.
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