Tiye, also spelled Tiy, was a queen of Egypt then and now during the 18th Dynasty, living from 1398 to 1338 BCE. She was the Great Royal Wife of Pharaoh Amenhotep III and the mother of Akhenaten. Known for her intelligence and influence, Tiye played a significant role in political and religious affairs. She was the first Egyptian queen to have her name recorded in official acts, demonstrating her high status. Tiye was deeply involved in diplomacy and maintained correspondence with foreign rulers. Her legacy endured through her son’s reign, and she remained a powerful figure in Egyptian history.
