Johnny's devoted companion who attempts to protect him by committing perjury to establish an alibi for the actual robbery leader. Her well-intentioned deception inadvertently leads to Johnny's wrongful conviction, but she ultimately finds solace and reconciliation with him at their local pub.
An orphan recommended by the Abbess to serve as the Marquesa's young companion, Pepita is treated badly by the Marquesa, whose bitterness shapes their relationship. She later travels with the Viceroy's party, crosses the bridge at San Luis Rey, and dies when it collapses.
A lonely woman connected to a laundry who offers the Stranger and Giacomo shelter while the police search for them. When she realizes that the Stranger is wanted for murder, she considers claiming the reward for information leading to his arrest. Her change of heart turns the refuge against him and contributes to Giacomo feeling betrayed and running off.
The cashier at Nick Jammey's cafe, who quits because she is disillusioned by Shubunka's racketeering and selfishness. She is angered when he refuses to help Karty's wife. Later, when Shubunka comes to her for help, she turns him away, saying he deserves his fate for refusing to help others.
A department store clerk who relies on Sam for emotional support during a romantic breakup and later suffers a drug overdose.
Celestine is another patient at the sanatorium where Karen Duncan is being treated. She and Karen spend a day away from the clinic and go out for the evening despite their doctor's advice. When Karen returns to the sanatorium after her first trip with Paul, she discovers that Celestine has died.
Joan Lorring has 16 screen credits in a career dating back to 1944. Signature works include The Corn is Green, Stranger on the Prowl, The Verdict. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
