Ptolemy XIV of Egypt

Ptolemy XIV became co-ruler of Ptolemaic Egypt alongside his older sister Cleopatra VII after the death of Ptolemy XIII. He was about 12 years old and served as a nominal figurehead while Cleopatra held actual power.

Ptolemy XIV accompanied Cleopatra VII on her visit to Rome, where they lived as client royalty under Julius Caesar's protection. His presence in Rome was part of Cleopatra's diplomatic strategy to secure Roman support.

Ptolemy XIV died under suspicious circumstances, likely poisoned on the orders of Cleopatra VII. His death removed a potential rival and allowed Cleopatra to install her son Caesarion as co-ruler.