1. Marie Laveau
The Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, Marie Laveau was known to be a very beautiful free woman of color. We conclude our list of most famous witches in history with her, and on a much happier note than that of the witches before her. Although some believed her work was that of evil sorcery and were intimidated by her, many would come to the Queen of Voodoo for healing. She became a very successful nurse, using her potions and voodoo to magically heal the sick. It is also said that she was a very kind woman who would open her doors at any time for those without food or shelter. She eventually became very ill and died at the ripe old age of 98 in 1881. Many still visit her tomb with offerings in hopes that she will grant their wishes. It is said that when someone’s wish is granted, they return to her grave and mark it with three x’s.
