Troy Maxson
The main character of the play. Married to Rose. Has three children: Lyons, Cory, and, later in the story, Raynell.He cheated on his wife of 18 years and impregnates Alberta to father Raynell.
Jim Bono
Troy's best friend and obvious "follower" in their friendship, but is very committed to him.
Rose Maxson
Troy's wife of 18 years, and the mother of Troy's second son, Cory.She is also very faithful and puts much trust in Troy.
Gabriel
Troy's brother who received a substantial head wound in World War II from shrapnel. He is now insane, believing himself to be the archangel Gabriel.
Cory Maxson
Troy's son who, against his father's wishes, plays football and temporarily leaves his job during the football season, infuriating his father.
Lyons
Troy's first son who was not mothered by Rose. Troy always has the impression that Lyons only comes around for money.
Alberta
A never-seen woman Troy desires. He cheats on Rose with Alberta because it gets him away from his responsibilities. She dies giving birth to Raynell.
Raynell
Troy and Alberta's baby. Rose accepts the duty of being Raynell's mother when Alberta dies in childbirth, and Raynell is seen at the end of the play as a happy seven-year-old.
Taken From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fences_(play)
