The exhausted, mentally fragile patriarch prone to vivid flashbacks that blur past and present. He desperately seeks success and validation, clashes with his sons over their perceived failures, and ultimately commits suicide by car crash, believing the life insurance will fund Biff's business career.
Secondary social figure present during the pivotal dinner.
Peripheral social connection during the family dinner scene.
Bernard represents the successful professional outcome Willy once hoped for.
Friendly neighborhood connection providing a safe space.
Employer and employee relationship that ends in dismissal.
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