Message #37737

[Callisto]

In 31, Caligula was remanded to the personal care of Tiberius on Capri, where he lived for six years. A surprise to many, Caligula was spared by Tiberius. According to historians, Caligula was an excellent natural actor and, recognizing danger, hid all his resentment towards Tiberius. An observer said of Caligula, "Never was there a better servant or a worse master!"

In 33, Tiberius gave Caligula an honorary quaestorship, a position he held until his reign. Meanwhile, both Caligula's mother and brother, Drusus, died in prison. Caligula was briefly married to Junia Claudilla in 33, though she died in childbirth the following year. Caligula spent time befriending the Praetorian Prefect, Naevius Sutorius Macro, an important ally. Macro spoke well of Caligula to Tiberius, attemping to quell any ill will or suspicion the Emperor felt towards Caligula.

In 35, Caligula was named joint heir to the throne along with Tiberius Gemellus.