(Jos) Sedley

Joseph (Jos) Sedley is Amelia’s portly and vain brother. He serves as a Collector in India and, despite his wealth, is selfish and neglects his family’s financial struggles. Becky Sharp attempts to marry him for his fortune, but is unsuccessful. Jos eventually supports Amelia and Georgy briefly before Dobbin marries Amelia. His relationship with Becky continues as they travel together in Europe. Jos dies at Aix-la-Chapelle with his finances depleted due to poor speculations, leaving a modest insurance policy to Becky and Amelia.

Sir Pitt Crawley

Sir Pitt Crawley is an eccentric, miserly old baronet living at Queen’s Crawley. After his second wife’s death, Sir Pitt proposes to Becky Sharp, unaware of her secret marriage to his son, Rawdon. He eventually engages in an affair with Betsy Horrocks, his butler’s daughter, scandalizing his family. Sir Pitt dies, leaving his title and wealth to his elder son, Pitt.

Miss Crawley

Miss Matilda Crawley, Sir Pitt’s unmarried, wealthy, and eccentric sister, is shrewdly aware of her family's attempts to curry favor for her inheritance. Initially fond of Rawdon, she is estranged by his marriage to Becky. Despite a distaste for Pitt, Miss Crawley is won over by Lady Jane’s genuine kindness, leading her to bequeath her fortune to Pitt.

Pitt Crawley

Pitt Crawley, the elder son of Sir Pitt Crawley, is ambitious and pious to a fault. His advantageous marriage to Lady Jane endears him to Miss Crawley, leading to a significant inheritance. Pitt embraces his role as head of the family, offering compassion to his brother, Rawdon, after his separation from Becky.

Lady Jane Crawley

Lady Jane Crawley, wife of Pitt Crawley, is noted for her sweetness and kindness. Her genuine nature wins the affection of Miss Crawley, securing the family fortune. She is devoted to the welfare of her husband and their daughter and provides support to Rawdon’s son after his parents' separation.

The Reverend Bute Crawley

The Reverend Bute Crawley is Sir Pitt’s brother and the rector of Crawley-cum-Snailby. He is dominated by his wife, who manages their household. Though he hopes to inherit Miss Crawley’s wealth, his prospects are dashed by his son's misbehavior.

Mrs. Bute Crawley

Mrs. Bute Crawley is shrewd and manipulative, sharing similarities with Becky Sharp in ambition. She plots unsuccessfully to secure Miss Crawley’s inheritance, hindered by Becky’s interference and her son’s indiscretions.

James Crawley

James Crawley, the son of Bute and Mrs. Crawley, initially captivates Miss Crawley. However, his fondness for drink and improper conduct leads to losing favor and his chance at her inheritance.

Horrocks

Horrocks is Sir Pitt Crawley’s loyal butler, responsible for the household’s daily operations.

Betsy Horrocks

Betsy Horrocks, the daughter of Sir Pitt's butler, becomes his mistress, much to the family’s dismay, and is deprived of inheritance by the machinations of Mrs. Bute Crawley.

Mr. John Sedley

Mr. John Sedley, a typical middle-class merchant, loses his fortune through unwise ventures, forcing his family into diminished circumstances. He perpetually schemes to regain his wealth but ultimately dies impoverished.

Mrs. John Sedley

Mrs. John Sedley is the patient and kind wife of John Sedley. Her temperament is similar to her daughter Amelia’s, providing strength to the family despite their hardships. Her only outburst of anger occurs when Amelia challenges her over a misstep with Georgy’s medication.

John Osborne

John Osborne, George Osborne's father, is a harsh and unforgiving man. His disapproval of George’s marriage to Amelia causes a family rift. Though he initially claims Georgy from Amelia, he softens over time, leaving a substantial inheritance to Georgy and providing for Amelia after his death.

Jane Osborne

Jane Osborne, one of George’s sisters, is devoted to her nephew, Georgy. Her life is enriched by his presence, providing her with companionship and purpose.

Maria Osborne

Maria Osborne, another sister of George, mirrors her father’s cold and calculating nature. She marries a lawyer, Frederick Bullock, who is pleased by the prospect of an increased inheritance following George’s disinheritance. Maria plots to marry one of her daughters to Georgy in a bid to gain control over more family wealth.

Frances Osborne

Frances Osborne, one of George's sisters, shares her family's adoration for young Georgy.

Mr. Smee

Mr. Smee, Jane Osborne’s drawing teacher, attempts unsuccessfully to pursue a relationship with her.

Lord Steyne

Lord Steyne, a powerful nobleman at Buckingham Palace, is captivated by Becky Sharp. Their association provides Becky with wealth and status until her husband's discovery of their liaison, which ends disastrously.

Wirt

Wirt serves as the loyal maid to the Osborne family, attending to their domestic needs.

Mrs. Tinker

Mrs. Tinker is the housekeeper at Queen’s Crawley, responsible for managing the estate’s household affairs.

Lord Southdown

Lord Southdown, Lady Jane Crawley’s brother, is a fashionable London acquaintance of the Rawdon Crawleys.

Miss Briggs

Miss Briggs, initially a companion for Miss Crawley and later for Becky Sharp, is kind-hearted but easily manipulated. She lends money to Becky, which is never returned, but ultimately finds financial security through Lord Steyne’s assistance.

Bowles

Bowles, the butler for Miss Crawley, oversees the domestic staff with efficiency.

Mrs. Firkins

Mrs. Firkins, Miss Crawley’s maid, is part of the household staff overwhelmed by the old lady’s demands.

Charles Raggles

Charles Raggles, once a gardener for the Crawleys, becomes a greengrocer. He provides temporary residence for Becky and Rawdon, who exploit his kindness, ultimately driving him into debt.

Lord Gaunt

Lord Gaunt, Lord Steyne’s son, succumbs to insanity in his early adulthood.

Major O’Dowd

Major O’Dowd, a senior officer over George Osborne and William Dobbin, is known for his camaraderie and affectionate relationship with his wife.

Mrs. O’Dowd

Mrs. O’Dowd, the lively and warm-hearted wife of Major O’Dowd, attempts to arrange a match for her sister-in-law, Glorvina, with Dobbin.

Glorvina O’Dowd

Glorvina O’Dowd, the flirtatious sister of Major O’Dowd, sets her sights on Dobbin, who remains uninterested due to his love for Amelia. She ultimately marries Major Posky.

General Tufto

General Tufto, a superior officer to Rawdon Crawley, is characterized by typical military indulgences and a strained marriage.

Mrs. Tufto

Mrs. Tufto, the weary wife of General Tufto, endures her husband’s indiscretions.

Mrs. Bent

Mrs. Bent, the mistress of General Tufto, is a fixture in his personal life.

Dolly

Dolly, the housekeeper for the Rawdon Crawleys in London, manages the household debts with fortitude and resourcefulness.

Mrs. Clapp

Mrs. Clapp, the Sedleys’ landlady, provides them shelter after their financial downfall. Initially critical of Amelia, her attitude shifts with Amelia’s change in fortune.

Polly Clapp

Polly Clapp, a previous servant to the Sedleys, becomes a connection for Dobbin’s reunion with Amelia after his return from India.

Mary Clapp

Mary Clapp, daughter of the Clapps, is a steadfast friend to Amelia Sedley, sharing in the Sedleys' fortunes and misfortunes.

Lady Bareacres

Lady Bareacres, a disdainful aristocrat, ostracizes Becky in Brussels. Becky later finds satisfaction in refusing to sell her horses to the lady during Napoleon’s invasion.

Lady Blanche Thistlewood

Lady Blanche Thistlewood, Lady Bareacres’ daughter, shares a youthful past with George Osborne as a dancing partner.

Mr. Hammerdown

Mr. Hammerdown, the auctioneer managing the sale of the Sedley family’s possessions, represents their descent into financial ruin.

Major Martindale

Major Martindale is one of Rawdon Crawley’s military acquaintances, intrigued by his charismatic wife.

Lieutenant Spatterdash

Lieutenant Spatterdash is captivated by Becky Sharp’s charm at the social gatherings of the Crawleys.

Captain Cinqbars

Captain Cinqbars, aligned with Rawdon Crawley, finds himself drawn to Becky Sharp’s allure.

Tom Stubble

Tom Stubble, a soldier wounded at Waterloo, delivers news of the battle to Amelia Sedley and Mrs. O’Dowd, who nurse him back to health.

Mr. Creamer

Mr. Creamer, the physician for Miss Crawley, attends to her medical needs with professionalism.

Miss Pinkerton

Miss Pinkerton, the strict headmistress of the academy where Amelia and Becky meet, harbors a strong dislike for Becky due to her humble origins.

Miss Jemima Pinkerton

Miss Jemima Pinkerton, Miss Pinkerton’s sentimental sister, shows kindness to Becky, whose ungrateful response is to discard the gift Jemima offers.

Miss Swartz

Miss Swartz, a wealthy student at Miss Pinkerton’s School, becomes the target of Crawley family matchmaking efforts, though she never marries Rawdon Crawley.

Mr. Sambo

Mr. Sambo serves the Sedley family as a loyal servant, attending to their domestic needs.

The Reverend Mr. Crisp

The Reverend Mr. Crisp, a young clergyman, is infatuated with Becky Sharp, but his affection is unrequited.

Miss Cutler

Miss Cutler, a hopeful match for Joseph Sedley, finds her ambitions unmet as he remains uninterested.

Mr. Fiche

Mr. Fiche, the confidant of Lord Steyne, advises Becky to leave Rome as her situation deteriorates.

Major Loder

Major Loder becomes an escort for Becky Sharp in the later stages of her ventures, accompanying her through the trials of her declining fortunes.