Willy Loman — Death of a Salesman Character Profile

Willy Loman - Death of a Salesman

About Willy Loman

60-year-old traveling salesman whose mental state deteriorates after his company transitions him to straight commission. He experiences delusions, clashes with his son, attempts suicide via car crash and gas, and ultimately dies by crashing his car to secure an insurance payout for his family.

Willy Loman — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by
Fredric March
Appears in
Death of a Salesman (1951)
Role
Protagonist

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