A rejected suitor of Desdemona, manipulated by Iago to serve his schemes. Roderigo is tricked into giving Iago money and is led to try ruining Cassio's career.

A Venetian senator and Desdemona's father who opposes her marriage to Othello because of Othello's race. His bigotry and misogyny provide a foundation for the insecurities Iago exploits.

A good-natured Venetian woman who falls in love with Othello. She elopes with him, defying societal expectations and demonstrating strong will.

Othello's new lieutenant, admired for his manners and looks. Envy from Iago leads to Cassio's career being sabotaged due to a manipulated incident.

Iago's wife, who serves as Desdemona's attendant and confidante. She unwittingly aids Iago's plot against Cassio but later advocates for Desdemona's innocence.

A woman in Cyprus who loves Cassio, one of her clients. She is used by Iago as a scapegoat within his schemes.

A Venetian and relative of Brabantio and Desdemona, who arrives in Cyprus to deliver orders from Venice. He witnesses key events that reveal Iago’s plot.

Another Venetian and relative of Brabantio and Desdemona, who accompanies Lodovico to Cyprus and plays a role in the unfolding of events.