Imperial Consort Cui's as portrayed by Tang Jingmei in the 2017 Chinese television series, The Glory of Tang Dynasty.
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Imperial Consort Cui – Emperor Daizong of the Tang Dynasty’s first wife whom he neglected

Imperial Consort Cui was Emperor Daizong of the Tang Dynasty’s imperial consort. She was the niece of the famous Yang Guifei.[1] She was also Emperor Daizong’s primary wife.[2] When Yang Guifei was forced to commit suicide, Emperor Daizong neglected her.[3] She died abandoned and alone.[4] The birthdate of Imperial Consort Cui is unknown.[5] Her personal name is unknown. [read more]
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