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Capulet

Capulet is a prominent character in William Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet." He is the patriarch of the Capulet family, one of the two feuding families in Verona. Lord Capulet is protective of his daughter, Juliet, and initially wishes for her to marry Paris, a nobleman. His character embodies themes of parental authority, love, and family loyalty. Throughout the play, his decisions significantly impact the unfolding tragedy, highlighting the conflict between personal desires and social expectations. Capulet's interactions with his family and other characters reveal the complexity of human relationships amid family tensions.