Nelson's overbearing Jewish mother. Initially assumes her son's partner is their neighbor Sybil Williams rather than Angelo. She struggles with Nelson's sexuality but attempts to come to terms with the truth, while worrying about relatives' reactions.
Nelson's mother, characterized by overbearing tendencies and selective perception regarding his relationship.
Shirley's mistaken perception of Sybil as Nelson's romantic partner instead of Angelo.
The partner Shirley must accept, challenging her initial assumptions and cultural expectations.
Shirley's anxiety about traditional male authority figures judging her family.
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