Langston's estranged father, who initially appears as a shady figure named Loot distributing flyers and supplying guns. He reveals his true identity to Langston, quotes Langston Hughes, and ultimately brings his son to the church for the long-awaited family confrontation and reconciliation.
Naima and Tyson were previously married but were separated due to financial and familial interference.
Tyson is Langston's biological father who was paid to leave the family years ago.
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