Goose — Top Gun Character Profile

About Goose

Maverick's loyal RIO and best friend whose tragic death shapes the plot.

Goose — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Radar interception, Wingman support, Communication, Crisis management, Team morale

• Strength: 7.5/10
• Intelligence: 8/10
• Charisma: 9/10
• Morality: 9/10
• Influence: 7/10

Character Facts

Played by

Anthony Edwards

Appears in

Top Gun (1986)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Goose — Alliance Wingman & RIO — Maverick (Tom Cruise)

  Loyal pilot and RIO partnership defined by trust and shared missions.

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