Tracy's shy, bespectacled best friend who finds love with Seaweed.
A loyal friendship that supports Tracy throughout her struggle for television access and integration.
The plot identifies Penny as Tracy's shy best friend, and they repeatedly attend events and face danger together.
Their romance crosses the social and racial barriers central to the story.
Tracy introduces Seaweed to Penny, and the plot says they become smitten and later acknowledge their love.
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