Mary Magdalene was a devoted follower of Jesus and played a crucial role in the early Christian movement. While little is known about her early life, she is mentioned in the Gospels as being a financial supporter of Jesus and his ministry and as being present at key moments in his ministry, including his crucifixion and resurrection. She is often referred to as the "apostle to the apostles" for her role in spreading the news of Jesus' resurrection to the other disciples.