# Lord Sands — Henry VIII character guide

> Lord Sands in Henry VIII by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Sands Sir Thomas Lovell, Sands, Sands The, Lord Sands, Sands O

**First appearance:** 0005-act-i-scene-iii

## Who they are

A jovial courtier who attends Wolsey's party and later the coronation.

## In the story

### [Scene III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_viii_se/chapters/act-i-scene-iii)

Criticizes French customs and expresses relief that honest country lords may now be heard; agrees to attend Wolsey's supper.

### [Scene IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_viii_se/chapters/act-i-scene-iv)

Engages in witty banter with Anne Bullen and other ladies, contributing to the merry atmosphere.

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