King's wife in her thirties, Tonya navigates her complex relationship with King and her teenage daughter, grappling with skepticism about King's plans to leave a life of crime.

King's mother and a former big band singer, Ruby has a complicated relationship with her son due to her past decisions and her on-again-off-again relationship with Elmore, whom she struggles to trust.

Ruby’s longtime boyfriend, Elmore is a professional hustler whose worn appearance and past actions create tension even as he expresses a desire to change and commit to Ruby.

King's best friend since grade school, Mister shares similar struggles with King, including challenges in romantic relationships and employment opportunities, driven by a desire to open a legitimate business.

King’s next-door neighbor and the neighborhood "truth sayer," Stool Pigeon connects neighborhood events to broader cultural narratives, emphasizing the impact of community decline and the importance of religion.