Gnaeus Calpurnius Piso | |
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| Died | 20 AD |
| Cause of death | suicide |
| Known for | accused of poisoning Germanicus |
| Criminal charges |
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| Spouse | Munatia Plancina |
| Children | Gnaeus (later changed to Lucius) Calpurnius Piso Marcus Calpurnius Piso. |
| Father | Gnaeus Calpurnius Piso |
Gnaeus Calpurnius Piso (c. 44/43 BC – AD 20) was a Roman statesman during the reigns of Augustus and Tiberius. He served as consul in 7 BC,[1] after which he was appointed governor of Hispania and consul of Africa. Piso is best known for being accused of poisoning and killing Germanicus, the heir of emperor Tiberius.