Maverick Carter — The Hate U Give Character Profile

About Maverick Carter

Starr's father who served three years in prison for a false confession to protect a gang leader. After release, he owns a local grocery store and actively protects his family during the riots, embodying community resilience.

Character Facts

Played by

Russell Hornsby

Appears in

The Hate U Give (2018)

Role

Supporting

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• Lisa Carter (Regina Hall)
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• Tammy (Marcia Wright)
• Ms. Rosalie (Rhonda Johnson Dents)
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