Alice Hyatt (played by Linda Lavin) is a protagonist in Alice.
Widow rebuilding life in Phoenix, runs a diner with her son. Tommy Hyatt (played by Philip McKeon) is a protagonist in Alice.
Alice's young son adjusting to their new life in Arizona. Mel Sharples (played by Vic Tayback) appears in Alice.
Gruff but loyal diner owner who employs Alice in Phoenix. Vera Louise Gorman-Novak (played by Beth Howland) appears in Alice.
Alice's supportive friend and fellow diner employee in Phoenix. Jolene Hunnicutt (played by Celia Weston) appears in Alice.
Diner employee and friend navigating workplace dynamics. Florence Jean Castleberry (played by Polly Holliday) appears in Alice.
Witty and flamboyant diner waitress known for her sharp humor and close friendships with coworkers. Belle Dupree (played by Diane Ladd) appears in Alice.
Regular diner patron or staff member who provides comedic interactions and local color. Elliot Novak (played by Charles Levin) appears in Alice.
Brief appearance in the Shaft universe.
Alice (1976) interactive character relationship network and AI-powered story timeline. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters across the narrative arc.
AI Narrative Summary
Overall narrative architecture across all seasons focusing on supporting character arcs and diner ecosystem.
Character Network — 10 Characters
Alice Hyatt (Linda Lavin) — protagonist Widow rebuilding life in Phoenix, runs a diner with her son.
Tommy Hyatt (Philip McKeon) — protagonist Alice's young son adjusting to their new life in Arizona.
Mel Sharples (Vic Tayback) Gruff but loyal diner owner who employs Alice in Phoenix.
Vera Louise Gorman-Novak (Beth Howland) Alice's supportive friend and fellow diner employee in Phoenix.
