John II of Cyprus

John II of Cyprus ( † 1458 ) was King of Cyprus and titular King of Jerusalem and Armenia. He ruled Cyprus from 1432 until his death.

He was married twice; his second wife was Helena Palaiologa, daughter of Theodore II Palaeologus of the Morea. At his death, his only legitimate child, Charlotte was followed on the throne.

John had an illegitimate son, Jacob, whom he made at the age of 16 years as Archbishop of Nicosia. Jacob, however, proved not to be viable chief shepherd, and was deposed, as he had murdered the king's chamberlain. His father eventually forgave him and put him back into his office. Jacob and Helena were enemies who fought for their influence on Johann. After Helena was in 1458 died, it seemed, wanted to Johann Jacob instead of Charlotte appoint his successor. John died but before he could implement this.

• King (Cyprus)
• Titular (Armenia )
• Titular King (Jerusalem)
• House Auvergne Poitou
• House of Lusignan
• Born in the 14th or 15th century
• Died in 1458
• Man