Rhaegar Targaryen
Prince of Dragonstone
Married to Elia Martell · Parent of 3 · 2 recorded parents
Family snapshot
Three generations at a glance
Life story
Biography
Prince of Dragonstone
Rhaegar Targaryen occupies generation 18 of this recorded lineage and is remembered as one of the children of Aerys II Targaryen and Rhaella Targaryen, partner to Elia Martell and Lyanna Stark, parent of Rhaenys Targaryen, Aegon Targaryen, Jon Snow (Aegon Targaryen). The title “Prince of Dragonstone” reflects the public or family role associated with this profile.
Within the wider Dance of the Dragons, this life forms part of a network spanning 18 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
Milestones
Life timeline
259 AC
Born
The beginning of Rhaegar Targaryen's recorded life.
Family
Married Elia Martell
A partnership that connects two branches of the Targaryen family.
Next generation
Family line continues
3 children are recorded in this branch: Rhaenys Targaryen, Aegon Targaryen, Jon Snow (Aegon Targaryen).
Legacy
Prince of Dragonstone
A defining role in the story of the Targaryen family.
283 AC
Died
The close of a life whose connections continue through the family record.
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Frequently asked questions
Who were Rhaegar Targaryen's parents?
Rhaegar Targaryen's parents were father Aerys II Targaryen and mother Rhaella Targaryen.
Who were Rhaegar Targaryen's children?
Rhaegar Targaryen had 3 children: Rhaenys Targaryen, Aegon Targaryen and Jon Snow (Aegon Targaryen).
Who did Rhaegar Targaryen marry?
Rhaegar Targaryen was married to Elia Martell and Lyanna Stark.
What family tree does Rhaegar Targaryen belong to?
Rhaegar Targaryen appears in the Dance of the Dragons family tree on Lineage, where you can explore the full interactive genealogy chart.
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