Tio Papi

A longtime NYC resident and bachelor who dodges traditional responsibilities but is forced to become caretaker for his six nieces and nephews after their parents' death. His pattern of lateness with rent clashes with the newfound duties of parenting, pushing him toward growth.

Ray Ray's sister who, with her husband, creates a loving but financially strained family with six kids. Her death leaves the children in precarious circumstances, propelling Ray Ray into guardian mode.

Daniella's husband, and the father of the six kids. His death compounds the family's grief and financial strain, creating the crisis that necessitates Ray Ray's guardianship.

A child services worker who visits to assess the situation and aims to place the children in homes. She is pragmatic and shares concern for the kids' stability, even if her decisions complicate Ray Ray's plans.

The oldest of the kids, initially bitter about their parents' death and the sudden change in guardianship. He eventually opens up and participates in family life, including joining a basketball team.

A teenage daughter who copes with the loss and helps steer the family dynamics. She finds potential romance with Brandon and plays a key role in the kids' adaptation to new schools and routines.

The younger child who experiences grief and confusion but gradually adjusts to the new family arrangement.

The youngest child, quiet and quick to anger, whose emotions surface in moments of stress. His silence and frustration drive some of the family’s early challenges.

A middle child whose mischievousness mirrors the kids' attempt to cope with the sudden upheaval and the loss of their parents.

A close friend who supports Ray Ray and lends emotional and practical help. She has a teaching career in Miami and provides a bridge to a potential new life for the family.

A friend of Vanessa who becomes a potential romantic interest and a basketball teammate for Manny, illustrating the kids' social lives opening up amid upheaval.

The judge who must decide whether Ray Ray can keep the kids, providing a legal resolution to the guardianship question.

Ray Ray's understanding boss, whose perspective on punctuality and reliability forms part of the tension in Ray Ray's personal arc.

A friend of the family who helps out and adds warmth to the community around the kids, supporting their adjustment and stability.