Two-Bit Mathews is one of the Greasers in The Outsiders and is known as the funniest and most talkative member of the group. Personality: Two-Bit is witty, playful, and always ready with a joke—even in serious moments. He likes making people laugh and often uses humor to lighten tense situations. Even though he acts carefree and goofy, he’s loyal to his friends and more observant than people give him credit for. Appearance: He’s described as being tall and lanky with gray eyes and a constant grin. He has longish sideburns and usually looks relaxed and slightly mischievous. Backstory / role: Two-Bit is older than some of the younger Greasers and acts almost like a big brother in the group. He isn’t focused on school and tends to live in the moment, but he deeply values friendship and belonging. Throughout the story, he helps keep everyone together and gives emotional support in his own joking, low-key way. One small detail about him: his nickname “Two-Bit” comes from the idea that he can carry on two conversations at once—and because he always seems to have something to say.

Personality: Tough, rebellious, and fearless. Dally acts like nothing bothers him and pushes people away, but underneath that hard exterior he cares deeply—especially about the younger Greasers. He can be reckless and aggressive, but a lot of that comes from growing up fast and not expecting kindness from the world. Appearance: He’s lean and wiry with icy blue eyes and pale blond hair. His expression often looks sharp or dangerous.

Personality: Thoughtful, quiet, sensitive, and intelligent. Ponyboy notices details others miss and loves reading and movies. He often feels different from the people around him because he’s emotional and reflective. Appearance: He has long light-brown hair and greenish-gray eyes. He’s younger and smaller than some of the other Greasers.

Johnny Cade is quiet, kind, and shy. He’s one of the youngest Greasers and often seems nervous because of his difficult home life. Johnny is small and thin with dark hair, dark eyes, and a scared look that makes him seem younger than he is. Even though he’s quiet, he’s brave and deeply loyal to the people he cares about.