Coach Jack Nelson is Diana's childhood swimming coach, shown in flashbacks connected to her upbringing and the sexual abuse she suffered. His past abuse becomes an important part of Diana's trauma, and news of his death later prompts her to reflect on that history with Bonnie's support.
Joe hosts the party where Josie drinks too much and becomes separated from Jack. His ferret bites Josie's hand, leaving her frightened and injured before Jack finds and comforts her. Joe therefore represents the unsafe, chaotic social environment that increasingly exposes Josie to harm after the siblings reach Erie.
Eric T. Miller has 19 screen credits in a career dating back to 2011. Signature works include The Decision Making Center, Tom's Dilemma, In the Flesh. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.