Maria’s ex-husband and a successful Hollywood director, known for his controlling and manipulative nature, particularly in his relationships.

The four-year-old daughter of Maria and Carter, who resides in a psychiatric institution due to an unspecified neurological condition.

A Hollywood socialite and one of Maria’s closest friends, often concerned with appearances and societal status while maintaining a contract marriage.

A film producer and close friend to Carter, BZ is considered part of the Hollywood social elite but harbors feelings of disillusionment and despair.

Maria’s father, a lifelong gambler and optimist, who influences Maria’s worldview with his metaphor that life is a gamble.

Maria’s mother, who suffered from migraines and harbored dreams of a more exciting life, influencing Maria’s perception of familial bonds.

Maria’s godfather and a former friend of Harry, representing a connection to Maria’s past and the innocence she longs for.