# Laertes — Hamlet character guide

> Laertes in Hamlet by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** young Laertes, good Laertes, Laertes Farewell, Laertes A Norman, Laertes Ay, King Good Laertes

**First appearance:** 0001-act-i

## Who they are

Polonius's son and Ophelia's brother, returns from France seeking revenge.

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