Tutankhamun—often called King Tut—was an Egyptian pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty, who ruled from around 1332–1323 BCE. He became king at about age 9 and died young, around age 18–19.

Why He’s Famous

  • His tomb was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter, nearly the most complete royal tomb ever found.
  • It contained over 5,000 artifacts, including the iconic golden death mask.
  • Because the tomb was so well preserved Tutankhamun became one of the most famous ancient Egyptians, even though his reign itself was relatively modest.

Key Facts

  • Parents: Likely Akhenaten (the “heretic” pharaoh) and possibly his sister.
  • Health: Evidence suggests he had several health issues—possibly a club foot and malaria.
  • Restoration: He reversed some of Akhenaten’s unpopular religious reforms by restoring traditional Egyptian gods.

Tutankhamun—often called King Tut—was an Egyptian pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty, who ruled from around 1332–1323 BCE. He became king at about age 9 and died young,

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