Linda Loman: Willy’s loyal, patient wife. She’s the emotional anchor of the family, trying to keep things together despite Willy’s instability and the family’s financial woes. She sees through his bravado but loves him unconditionally.

Biff Loman: Willy’s eldest son, 34, a former high school football star who never found his footing after a fallout with Willy. He’s restless, drifting, and resentful of his father’s expectations, yet he’s searching for truth and purpose.

Happy Loman: Willy’s younger son, 32, a womanizer and low-level businessman who shares his father’s knack for self-delusion. He craves attention and success but lacks Biff’s depth or introspection.

Charley: Willy’s neighbor and only real friend, a pragmatic and successful businessman. He offers Willy help (like a job), which Willy stubbornly refuses out of pride.

Bernard: Charley’s son, a studious kid who grows up to be a successful lawyer. He’s a foil to Biff and Happy, showing what hard work (rather than charisma) can achieve.

Uncle Ben: Willy’s older brother, a shadowy figure who appears in Willy’s memories. He’s a symbol of rugged success, having struck it rich in Africa, and represents the unattainable ideal Willy chases.

Howard Wagner: Willy’s younger boss, a cold, modern businessman who fires Willy. He’s more interested in his tape recorder than Willy’s years of service.

The Woman: A nameless figure from Willy’s past, she’s the secretary he had an affair with in Boston. Her existence shatters Biff’s idolization of his father when he discovers her.

Miss Forsythe and Letta: Two women Happy flirts with at a restaurant. They’re minor but highlight Happy’s shallow pursuits.