Della Chappell (played by Joan Crawford) is a protagonist in Della.
A reclusive and powerful wealthy woman who owns most of the town of Royal Bay. She fiercely protects her daughter Jenny and refuses to sell to developers. She frequently clashes with lawyer Barney Stafford, inviting him for late-night meetings and attempting to buy his company to secure Jenny's future. Barney Stafford (played by Paul Burke) appears in Della.
A lawyer representing outside developers attempting to buy parts of Royal Bay. He frequently clashes with Della but is invited to her estate for a 2:00 AM meeting. He discovers the household's nocturnal schedule and Jenny's light-sensitive condition. After consulting his father and apologizing to Della, he leaves, indirectly triggering Jenny's fatal accident.
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Characters
Della Chappell
(played by Joan Crawford) — protagonist
A reclusive and powerful wealthy woman who owns most of the town of Royal Bay. She fiercely protects her daughter Jenny and refuses to sell to developers. She frequently clashes with lawyer Barney Sta...
Barney Stafford
(played by Paul Burke) — supporting
A lawyer representing outside developers attempting to buy parts of Royal Bay. He frequently clashes with Della but is invited to her estate for a 2:00 AM meeting. He discovers the household's nocturn...
Key Relationships
Della Chappell → Barney Stafford
(Professional Legal Representative)
Story Analysis
A wealthy recluse's desperate protection of her daughter's future leads to tragic consequences.
