The matriarch of the family, she is the wife of Joseph and mother of Fannie and Florence, juggling the challenges and secrets within her family while managing a successful bakery business with her husband.

A Hungarian Jewish immigrant and patriarch of the family, he is married to Esther and works to balance family and business responsibilities after starting a successful bakery.

Fannie’s husband and Gussie’s father, he faces personal struggles and insecurities stemming from his past and his dependence on the family bakery for employment.

Florence’s sister and Gussie’s mother, she is navigating her own challenges during pregnancy while dealing with her husband Isaac’s emotional distance.

Florence’s swim coach and romantic interest of Anna, who distances himself from his wealthy, prejudiced family to support the Adler family during a difficult time.

The daughter of Joseph’s former fiancée, she assists the Adler family during their time of grief and becomes close to Stuart amidst rising tensions in her home country.