Were there any famous whipping boys in history?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Whipping Boy
Yes, one of the most famous whipping boys in history was Edward VI of England's companion, who was punished in his place during the Tudor period. The concept of a whipping boy was common among royalty, where a young boy would be educated alongside a prince and receive punishment for the prince's misdeeds, ensuring the prince remained unscathed.