The name of Lanier's first wife is unknown (he married her some time before 1565), but following the custom then at court, marriages were arranged or at least approved by the Queen. Lanier was paired with Lucretia Bassano, daughter of the Italian musician Anthony Bassano.
Lanier's first wife's name remains a mystery (they married before 1565), but as per court tradition, their union was either arranged or approved by the Queen. Lanier was paired with Lucretia Bassano, daughter of the Italian musician Anthony Bassano.