Sodapop is charming, friendly, and impossible not to like. He can make anyone laugh but has a quieter side. Sweet and loyal, he’ll protect his friends and family without hesitation. At 16, he dropped out of school to help support his brothers and works at the DX with Steve. Soda has amber-brown hair, bright blue eyes, dimples, and an easy smile that wins people over. A proud Greaser, he styles his hair and favors flannels and jeans. He drives a truck.

Darry is the oldest Curtis brother and the one holding the family together. Strong, responsible, and hardworking, he often comes across as strict, but he cares deeply for his brothers and the gang. After their parents died, he gave up college to work and raise Ponyboy and Sodapop. Darry is dependable and protective, though he struggles to show affection. He has dark hair, blue eyes, a muscular build from years of physical labor, and usually wears worn jeans and work shirts.

Ponyboy is quiet, smart, and observant, often lost in a book or his own thoughts. He’s kind and loyal but can be stubborn and sensitive. He cares deeply for his brothers and the gang. Pony has shaggy dark hair, green-gray eyes, and a slim build, usually dressed in jeans and simple shirts.

Two-Bit is the joker of the gang, always making people laugh with his sarcasm and stories. Carefree and talkative, he hides his worries behind humor but is fiercely loyal to his friends. He has messy sandy-brown hair, a lanky build, and a grin that usually means trouble.

Dally is tough, reckless, and known for getting into trouble. Growing up on the streets made him distrustful, but he’s fiercely loyal to the people he loves. Under his rough attitude is someone who cares more than he admits. He has messy blond hair, sharp blue eyes, a lean build, and a worn leather jacket.

Steve is confident, sarcastic, and hardworking. He loves fixing cars and takes pride in his work at the DX with Sodapop. Though he can seem blunt, he’s dependable and protective of his friends. Steve has dark blond hair, blue eyes, a lean build, and grease-stained hands.

Johnny is quiet, shy, and gentle, often putting others before himself. Though nervous around strangers, he’s brave when protecting the people he loves. Kind and thoughtful, he’s the heart of the gang. Johnny has dark shaggy hair, large dark eyes, and a small, slender frame.