Auntie Mame

A flamboyant, exuberant aunt who fills Patrick’s life with parties, travel, and broad-minded experiences. She aims to give him a wide view of life, often clashing with conservative forces like Dwight Babcock. Her generosity and free-spirited philosophy survive financial ruin, and she remains devoted to Patrick, eventually supporting charitable endeavors.

The orphaned nephew of Mame who grows under her influence, oscillating between whimsy and the pull of conventional Loser life. His development is shaped by Mame’s freedom and Babcock’s discipline, culminating in a complex navigation of love, duty, and identity as he matures.

A frequently outspoken, hard-drinking actress and Mame’s witty foil. Vera adds glamour and chaos to the social circle, challenging pretensions while staying fiercely loyal to her friends. Her presence highlights the collision of art, appetite, and social performance.

A Southern oil baron who is drawn to Mame and lavishes attention on her, inviting her into a world of wealth and travel. Their romance culminates in a lavish honeymoon and his eventual death on the Matterhorn, marking a dramatic turn in the story.

A spoiled, status-conscious social climber from a restrictive Connecticut circle. Gloria embodies bigotry and social prejudice, clashing with Mame’s freewheeling style and Patrick’s evolving sense of self. Her presence underscores the pressure of propriety within high society.

Mame’s secretary who becomes entangled in the party’s web and the accompanying romantic misadventures. She is involved in contentious situations, including a pregnancy following a night with Brian O’Bannion, illustrating the complications of celebrity, ambition, and secrecy within Mame’s world.