George IV

George's rule was tarnished by scandal and financial extravagance. His ministers found his behaviour selfish, unreliable and irresponsible and he was strongly influenced by favourites. During most of George's regency and reign, Lord Liverpool controlled the government as prime minister of the United Kingdom. Liverpool's government presided over Britain's ultimate victory over Napoleon and negotiated a peace settlement with the French. After Liverpool's retirement.

George IV, the eldest child of King George III and Queen Charlotte, led a lavish lifestyle that influenced the Regency era's fashion and leisure. He commissioned various architectural projects, earning him the title "the first gentleman of England." However, his personal life and behavior tarnished his rule, as well as the prestige of the monarchy. His relationship with wife Caroline of Brunswick was fraught with contempt, and he faced scandal and financial extravagance during his reign. During most of his regency, Lord Liverpool controlled the government. After George's death, he was succeeded by his brother, William IV. George had multiple mistresses throughout his life, including actress Mary Robinson, Grace Elliott, Frances Villiers, Marchioness of Hertford, Marchioness Conyngham, and a male courtesan, George Stewart.