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Gogo (nickname for Estragon)

Gogo, short for Estragon, is one of the two main characters in Samuel Beckett's play "Waiting for Godot." He is a weary, comical, and often insecure man who, along with Vladimir, waits passively for someone named Godot. Gogo's behavior reveals a mix of frustration, humor, and vulnerability as he struggles with basic needs and questions the purpose of their wait. His character embodies themes of existential uncertainty and the human condition, highlighting how people often endure life's repetitive routines while seeking meaning in an uncertain world.